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EY03 ETU

2003 Yamaha XJ600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

67,417 mi
Last recorded67,417 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XJ60016,785 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 ETU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 67,417 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jun 2025 67,417 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 65,813 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 64,048 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 26 May 2016 63,881 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded rust spots on headstock (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 63,146 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 62,212 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 61,503 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 61,503 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 60,843 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 59,818 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2010 55,522 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 49,370 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 49,370 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 40,769 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 31,216 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 25,910 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600?

Based on 74,677 MOT tests across 7,907 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
835
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
7,907
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,271
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,192
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,135
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 965
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 590
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EY03 ETU is a 2003 Yamaha XJ600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 16,785 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 XJ600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EY03 ETU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EY03 ETU registered?

EY03 ETU is a 2003 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is EY03 ETU safe to buy?

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