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YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED (2003)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 48 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

52%

Total Tests (2024)

48

Avg Mileage

8,382 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,740

Is the 2003 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 30 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the YAMAHA brand average of 92%.

At 21 years old, 52% of YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIEDs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 48 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 8,382 miles.

How does the 2003 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED compare?

Rank among all 2003 cars444th out of 445(top 100%)
Rank among all YAMAHA models36th out of 36(top 100%)
vs national average-30% (82% avg)
vs 2003 cars average-20% (72% avg)
vs YAMAHA average-40% (92% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2003 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED has 8,382 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

Best year to buy a YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED?

The most reliable year is the 2006 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2015 model has the lowest at 79%. The 2003 sits between the two at 52%.

How much does a 2003 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 200cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£1,740
Per month£145/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202196%1132,967 mi
202093%1173,576 mi
201988%1123,926 mi
201896%1183,445 mi
201797%1105,908 mi
201692%1575,396 mi
201579%1444,213 mi
201497%1265,279 mi
201395%755,394 mi
201282%495,019 mi
201195%416,017 mi
200993%435,206 mi
200892%1607,155 mi
200795%1475,974 mi
2006100%1277,554 mi
200584%324,640 mi
2004100%666,867 mi
200352%488,382 mi
2001100%4111,174 mi

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About the 2003 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED

The 2003 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED is a city car with a 200cc petrol engine. 48 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 2003 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 8,382 miles at 21 years old, YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2003 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED Fuel Costs

The modest 200cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2003 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,740 (£145/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 52% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED Reliability Trend

Older YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIEDs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 5 percentage points across model years.

Buying a Used 2003 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED

At 21 years old, the YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2006 model has the highest pass rate at 100%. Note: with only 48 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2003 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: