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MX51 KYA

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

17,321 mi
Last recorded17,321 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 KYA
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 17,321 miles

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

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

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

Rear Tyre has cut

Pass 21 Dec 2021 17,320 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 16,430 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 14,954 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 14,279 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 13,968 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 13,968 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 12,773 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 9,718 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 8,136 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 8,019 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 8,019 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 7,608 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 7,326 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 7,019 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 6,623 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 6,623 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 5,851 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 5,851 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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MX51 KYA is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 17,265 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 MX51 KYA, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX51 KYA registered?

MX51 KYA is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is MX51 KYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 KYA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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