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Y5 FRG

2003 Yamaha R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,670 mi
Last recorded22,670 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY5 FRG
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2015 22,670 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 Oct 2015 22,670 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 May 2014 21,703 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 May 2014 21,703 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 21,523 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 22,033 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2011 23,280 miles

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 21,056 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 20,515 miles

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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Y5 FRG is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y5 FRG, 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.

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What year was Y5 FRG registered?

Y5 FRG is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 29 August 2003.

Is Y5 FRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y5 FRG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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