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YB03 HDJ

2003 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,219 mi
Last recorded18,219 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Yamaha YZF60016,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 HDJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 18,219 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 17,136 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 17,100 miles

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened well worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2017 15,998 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 14,730 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 13,480 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 13,480 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 12,204 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 12,204 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 11,148 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2013 11,134 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 9,831 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 9,831 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 8,656 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 7,616 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2009 6,352 miles

Position lamp switch does not operate the front and rear position lamps (1.1.4c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2009 6,352 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 5,223 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 4,059 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 2,846 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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YB03 HDJ is a 2003 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 16,451 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 YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB03 HDJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YB03 HDJ registered?

YB03 HDJ is a 2003 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 11 June 2003.

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