CarVerify

Free Car Check

R6 AWE

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

35,783 mi
Last recorded35,783 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 AWE
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 35,783 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 35,265 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2019 35,265 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2017 33,689 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Sep 2017 33,689 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 29,462 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 25,975 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 22,603 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 22,603 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 19,517 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 19,517 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 15,258 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 15,071 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 13,924 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2009 13,149 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 13,149 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 May 2008 9,388 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 8,997 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 8,639 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
Full Yamaha R6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R6 AWE 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 R6 AWE, 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

How do I check the history of R6 AWE?

You can check the full history of R6 AWE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R6 AWE registered?

R6 AWE is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 12 June 2001.

Is R6 AWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R6 AWE shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R6 AWE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R6 AWE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.