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GK52 VEV

2002 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

20,027 mi
Last recorded20,027 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 VEV
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 20,027 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 19,779 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 19,492 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 18,706 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 18,305 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 17,465 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 16,879 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 16,269 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 14,976 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 14,230 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 13,782 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 13,552 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 12,806 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 12,804 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2013 11,187 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 9,811 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,043 miles

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 8,867 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 8,670 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 8,433 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 7,607 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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GK52 VEV is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GK52 VEV, 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 GK52 VEV registered?

GK52 VEV is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 10 October 2002.

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