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BR06 YAM

2006 Yamaha Yzf R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,158 mi
Last recorded27,158 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha Yzf R611,784 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBR06 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 27,158 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 25,902 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 24,190 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 22,162 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 21,409 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 20,947 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 20,391 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 20,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 25 Jun 2016 20,022 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jun 2015 19,668 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 18,884 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 18,884 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 18,401 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 17,831 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 16,747 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 16,707 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 15,722 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 22 Mar 2010 15,722 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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BR06 YAM is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BR06 YAM, 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 BR06 YAM registered?

BR06 YAM is a 2006 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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