Yamaha Yzf 600 R Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha Yzf 600 R reliable? We analysed 3,099 real MOT tests across 544 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Yzf 600 R is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, reflector on motorcycle missing and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Yzf 600 R.
Yamaha Yzf 600 R Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Yzf 600 R. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Yzf 600 R MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Yzf 600 R to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Yzf 600 R Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Yzf 600 R fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Yzf 600 R Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Yzf 600 R owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Yzf 600 R MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Yzf 600 R year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 54 | 88.9% | 5,796 | 11,266 | 19,532 |
| 2003 | 251 | 81.7% | 8,645 | 12,927 | 18,518 |
| 2002 | 117 | 76.9% | 5,416 | 11,393 | 19,134 |
| 2001 | 272 | 82.7% | 10,195 | 16,469 | 22,610 |
| 2000 | 336 | 81.5% | 9,679 | 17,702 | 25,521 |
| 1999 | 438 | 81.3% | 15,758 | 24,560 | 34,615 |
| 1998 | 930 | 79.9% | 17,118 | 23,246 | 32,394 |
| 1997 | 478 | 79.7% | 19,340 | 29,226 | 36,863 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Yzf 600 R Last?
Based on 544 Yamaha Yzf 600 R vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Yzf 600 R Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Yzf 600 R MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Yzf 600 R
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.9% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
76.9% MOT pass rate from 117 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Yzf 600 R is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.9% across 54 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Yzf 600 R Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Yzf 600 R THIS CAR | 81.3% | 3,099 | 21,416 mi | 29 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha FZS600 | 85% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Fiat Brava 1.6 SX | 62% | 3,699 | 82,764 mi | 30 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Yzf 600 R trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Yzf 600 R has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.3% across 3,099 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha Yzf 600 R are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (84 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (61), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (50). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Yamaha Yzf 600 R owner drives around 962 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha Yzf 600 R models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.