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GX51 AXW

2001 Yamaha Yzf R6

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

37,320 mi
Last recorded37,320 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Yzf R617,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 AXW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 37,320 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2026 37,320 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 37,048 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 May 2019 37,037 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 14 May 2019 37,037 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 36,705 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 36,705 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 36,085 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 35,466 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 35,466 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2014 34,307 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 33,290 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 32,351 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 26,918 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 26,918 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 22,885 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 18,227 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 15,248 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 12,628 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
Full Yamaha Yzf R6 reliability report

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GX51 AXW is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 GX51 AXW, 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 GX51 AXW registered?

GX51 AXW is a 2001 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 8 October 2001.

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