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EX52 YFT

2002 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,075 mi
Last recorded28,075 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 YFT
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 28,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2025 21,774 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in swing arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 19,646 miles
Fail 24 May 2024 19,646 miles

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

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 17,474 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 16,704 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 13,786 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 13,713 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 13,262 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 9,243 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Jun 2008 9,243 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 3,864 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R6?

Based on 63,122 MOT tests across 6,022 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
793
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
6,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,174
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 636
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 411
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EX52 YFT is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 15,840 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 R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX52 YFT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX52 YFT registered?

EX52 YFT is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 11 November 2002.

Is EX52 YFT safe to buy?

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