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N17 KEB

1997 Yamaha Yzf R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,917 mi
Last recorded54,917 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Yzf R627,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN17 KEB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 54,917 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 7 Aug 2024 54,892 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dipped (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned too close together (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock wiring loom (2.1.4 (c))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2019 50,123 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 50,120 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 50,053 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 49,814 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 49,694 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside indicator flash rate high

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2015 48,609 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 48,368 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 47,443 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 47,443 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2012 43,328 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 38,943 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 31,700 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 31,537 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 31,525 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 31,448 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 30,799 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 30,785 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 28,079 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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N17 KEB is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 27,884 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 N17 KEB, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N17 KEB registered?

N17 KEB is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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