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OV02 XOW

2002 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,190 mi
Last recorded31,190 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV02 XOW
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 31,190 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 29,603 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 28,154 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 26,966 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 25,054 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 24,564 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 24,564 miles

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

front fork dust seals perished

Pass 28 May 2019 22,659 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 21,017 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 20,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 19,744 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 18,815 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 18,815 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 16,440 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 15,841 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 15,841 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 14,531 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 10,827 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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OV02 XOW is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 15,840 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 OV02 XOW, 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 24 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 OV02 XOW registered?

OV02 XOW is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 14 June 2002.

Is OV02 XOW safe to buy?

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