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OU51 MGE

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,968 mi
Last recorded26,968 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 MGE
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 26,968 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 26,633 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 25,451 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 25,082 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2014 25,071 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 24,786 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 24,786 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Fail 15 Oct 2010 24,598 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 24,598 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 24,245 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 22,573 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 18,640 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 18,200 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 18,028 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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OU51 MGE is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OU51 MGE, 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 OU51 MGE registered?

OU51 MGE is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 6 October 2001.

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The MOT history for OU51 MGE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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