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AO55 YVU

2006 Yamaha Yzf R6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

28,290 mi
Last recorded28,290 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R611,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 YVU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 28,290 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 27,959 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 27,959 miles

Offside Rear Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition exhaust baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 26,565 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Dec 2023 26,565 miles

Offside Handlebar retaining device missing main bolt missing. handle bar loose. (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front brake fluid pot missing its bolt.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 24,867 miles

Exhaust noisy Akrapovic exhaust fitted with baffle (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 18,935 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 18,282 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 18,131 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 18,062 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 17,852 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 17,632 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 17,385 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 17,222 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 16,810 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 16,565 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 15,533 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 12,100 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 30 Jan 2009 7,112 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 7,112 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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AO55 YVU is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 11,784 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AO55 YVU, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO55 YVU registered?

AO55 YVU is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 3 February 2006.

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