CarVerify

Free Car Check

BJ61 WHU

2012 Yamaha Yzf R6

Blue Petrol 600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,776 mi
Last recorded12,776 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R67,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 WHU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 12,776 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2026 12,769 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 11,851 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 11,851 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 11,175 miles

Central Front bolt missing from petrol tank

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2022 9,948 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 9,948 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 6,319 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 5,442 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 5,442 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 5,297 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 4,482 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 3,249 miles

Drive chain dry.

Fail 3 Jun 2015 3,249 miles

Drive chain dry.

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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
Full Yamaha Yzf R6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BJ61 WHU is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 7,909 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 BJ61 WHU, 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 14 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BJ61 WHU?

You can check the full history of BJ61 WHU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BJ61 WHU registered?

BJ61 WHU is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 14 January 2012.

Is BJ61 WHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ61 WHU shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ61 WHU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BJ61 WHU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.