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YK03 JPB

2003 Yamaha R6

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

30,791 mi
Last recorded30,791 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 JPB
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 30,791 miles

Rear indicators are just a little close but do not affect the view.

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources No registration plate light (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2021 30,007 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal leaking slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 29,674 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 29,674 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 28,794 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 26,158 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 22,900 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 21,083 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2014 19,373 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 15,357 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 15,357 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 13,775 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 20 Jun 2012 13,775 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 12,593 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2010 11,667 miles

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 May 2010 11,667 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 11,657 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Nearside Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

loose rear light needs securing

Fail 1 Sep 2006 5,845 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 5,845 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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YK03 JPB is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YK03 JPB, 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 YK03 JPB registered?

YK03 JPB is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 5 July 2003.

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