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R6 CYR

2000 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,522 mi
Last recorded28,522 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha R618,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 CYR
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 28,522 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 28,415 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 28,253 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 28,046 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 27,759 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 27,312 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 27,094 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 27,094 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 24,204 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 23,667 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 22,780 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 22,780 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 26 May 2012 22,266 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 May 2012 22,266 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 21,138 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 18,846 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 15 May 2009 18,846 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Jul 2007 18,714 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Jul 2007 18,714 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 13,328 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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R6 CYR is a 2000 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 18,514 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 CYR, 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 26 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 R6 CYR registered?

R6 CYR is a 2000 Yamaha R6, first registered on 2 May 2000.

Is R6 CYR safe to buy?

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