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GN54 KCU

2005 Yamaha Yzf R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

18,426 mi
Last recorded18,426 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf R614,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 KCU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 18,426 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 18,260 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2022 17,615 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 17,615 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Dec 2020 16,496 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 13,727 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 13,300 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 12,858 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2016 12,845 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 9,113 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 8,611 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 8,128 miles

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

rear brake fluid dirty.

Pass 7 Apr 2012 7,882 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2012 7,882 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 6,706 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 5,336 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 5,332 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 4,727 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 3,943 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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GN54 KCU is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 14,006 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 GN54 KCU, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN54 KCU registered?

GN54 KCU is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is GN54 KCU safe to buy?

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