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WX03 BYL

2003 Yamaha R6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,510 mi
Last recorded15,510 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 BYL
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 15,510 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 15,283 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 15,219 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 14,890 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate edge delaminated but number still readable. (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 14,368 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 13,335 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2017 13,335 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 12,206 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 11,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2015 11,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 8,613 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 8,613 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 8,588 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 8,585 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 8,469 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 84,669 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha R6?

Based on 63,122 MOT tests across 6,022 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
793
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
6,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,174
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 636
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 411
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WX03 BYL is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 14,355 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 R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX03 BYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX03 BYL registered?

WX03 BYL is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is WX03 BYL safe to buy?

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