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AE05 HPU

2005 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

45,499 mi
Last recorded45,499 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Yamaha R614,532 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 HPU
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 45,499 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 39,371 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 38,937 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 26,323 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 21,291 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 17,010 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 17,010 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 16,306 miles

Indicator switch defective hazard light switch (1.5.4)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 10,510 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2014 9,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 8,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 8,467 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2010 8,467 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 7,674 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 7,615 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 5,760 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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AE05 HPU is a 2005 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 14,532 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 R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 HPU, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE05 HPU registered?

AE05 HPU is a 2005 Yamaha R6, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is AE05 HPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 HPU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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