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AE51 ZGB

2001 Yamaha Yzf R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,603 mi
Last recorded40,603 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Yzf R617,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 ZGB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 40,603 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 40,578 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 39,973 miles

Indicator switch insecure Twists on handlebar (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 31 Oct 2021 39,973 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Indicator switch insecure Twists on handlebar (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 39,427 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slight run-out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2016 38,867 miles

Nearside Front L/H switchgear loose (twist's on handlebar)

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars Handlebar bent (2.1.2b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play Very slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 38,867 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front L/H switchgear loose (twist's on handlebar)

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars Handlebar bent (2.1.2b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play Very slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 36,997 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2013 36,242 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 35,228 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 34,193 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 33,102 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2007 30,868 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 27,384 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 27,384 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6?

Based on 102,114 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,767
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 923
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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AE51 ZGB is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 17,636 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 Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 ZGB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE51 ZGB registered?

AE51 ZGB is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 6 November 2001.

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