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FN59 VKS

2009 Yamaha R6

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,751 mi
Last recorded14,751 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Yamaha R610,442 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN59 VKS
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 14,751 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear shock lower linkage slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 14,743 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticking on right lock (cables routed incorrectly) (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear shock lower linkage slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 13,084 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 13,084 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 11,432 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 9,589 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 9,180 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 8,810 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 8,402 miles

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

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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FN59 VKS is a 2009 Yamaha R6 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 10,442 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 FN59 VKS, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FN59 VKS registered?

FN59 VKS is a 2009 Yamaha R6, first registered on 23 September 2009.

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