Yamaha Yzf R6 08 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha Yzf R6 08 reliable? We analysed 2,056 real MOT tests across 363 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Yzf R6 08 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Yzf R6 08.
Yamaha Yzf R6 08 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Yzf R6 08. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Yzf R6 08 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Yzf R6 08 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Yzf R6 08 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Yzf R6 08 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Yzf R6 08 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Yzf R6 08 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Yzf R6 08 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Yzf R6 08 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 227 | 84.6% | 4,600 | 7,738 | 11,710 |
| 2009 | 338 | 83.1% | 4,768 | 10,510 | 16,839 |
| 2008 | 1,346 | 83.8% | 5,368 | 9,396 | 15,884 |
| 2007 | 66 | 83.3% | 8,846 | 12,062 | 25,510 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Yzf R6 08 Last?
Based on 363 Yamaha Yzf R6 08 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Yzf R6 08 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Yzf R6 08 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 R6 08
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.6% MOT pass rate from 227 tests
83.1% MOT pass rate from 338 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Yzf R6 08 is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.6% across 227 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.1% — 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 R6 08 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Yzf R6 08 THIS CAR | 84.1% | 2,056 | 9,584 mi | 18 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 |
| Vauxhall Corsa SE Turbo Auto | 87.2% | 2,094 | 20,438 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Yzf R6 08 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Yzf R6 08 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.1% across 2,056 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 R6 08 are reflector on motorcycle missing (24 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (24), and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (11). 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 R6 08 owner drives around 931 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 R6 08 models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.