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NX51 LZT

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

20,331 mi
Last recorded20,331 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX51 LZT
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 20,331 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 20,216 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2022 20,200 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 19,872 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 19,233 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 19,233 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 16,937 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 16,064 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 14,751 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 14,731 miles

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2013 13,725 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 13,303 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 12,156 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 12,156 miles

Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 7 May 2010 11,059 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 10,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2008 9,002 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,002 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 7,876 miles

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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NX51 LZT 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 73.7%.

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 NX51 LZT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NX51 LZT registered?

NX51 LZT is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 22 September 2001.

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