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GN51 PPK

2001 Yamaha Yzf R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,495 mi
Last recorded18,495 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Yzf R617,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 PPK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 18,495 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 17,221 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 15,753 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 May 2022 15,468 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 15,451 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 15,215 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 15,198 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 14,224 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 14,085 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 14,061 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 13,628 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 13,302 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 11,172 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 11,172 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 9,768 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 9,157 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 7,991 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 7,182 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 6,220 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 5,843 miles

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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GN51 PPK is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 17,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GN51 PPK, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN51 PPK registered?

GN51 PPK is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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