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AY51 EGZ

2001 Yamaha Yzf R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

42,403 mi
Last recorded42,403 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Yzf R617,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 EGZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 42,403 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 39,140 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 36,744 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 35,870 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 33,915 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 33,908 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 33,626 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 33,007 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 32,355 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 30,769 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 29,259 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2013 29,246 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 32,147 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 31,392 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 29,643 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 28,489 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 26,086 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 25,884 miles

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 25,884 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 25,872 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 25,729 miles

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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AY51 EGZ is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 AY51 EGZ, 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 AY51 EGZ registered?

AY51 EGZ is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is AY51 EGZ safe to buy?

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