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WK03 ATZ

2003 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

29,960 mi
Last recorded29,960 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XT60012,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 ATZ
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 29,960 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 29,763 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2024 29,755 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 28,648 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2023 28,558 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 26,511 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 26,487 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 24,633 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 23,135 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight up and down (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 20,732 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 19,770 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 18,962 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 11,432 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Indicators flashing faster than standard

Left handlebar switch loose

Fail 18 Jun 2016 11,432 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicators flashing faster than standard

Left handlebar switch loose

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 11,404 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 10,487 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 9,858 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2010 8,877 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 8,877 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 8,270 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2008 7,332 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 6,189 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 5,855 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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WK03 ATZ is a 2003 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 12,600 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK03 ATZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WK03 ATZ registered?

WK03 ATZ is a 2003 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 19 March 2003.

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