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YN03 NZU

2003 Yamaha R6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

24,727 mi
Last recorded24,727 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha R614,355 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN03 NZU
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 24,727 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 22,721 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 22,711 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 22,247 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 21,585 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 20,950 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 20,481 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 19,612 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 18,249 miles
Fail 29 May 2016 18,249 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 18,057 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 18,049 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2013 16,794 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 15,243 miles

front shock upper dust seals deteriated

non standard rear silencer

Pass 30 Mar 2011 13,360 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 10,303 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 6,147 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 5,817 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 5,203 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 5,195 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 4,181 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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YN03 NZU is a 2003 Yamaha R6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YN03 NZU, 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

How do I check the history of YN03 NZU?

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What year was YN03 NZU registered?

YN03 NZU is a 2003 Yamaha R6, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is YN03 NZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN03 NZU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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