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R6 GBU

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

16,776 mi
Last recorded16,776 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 GBU
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 16,776 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2026 16,774 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 16,385 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 14,804 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 14,497 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 12,789 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 11,623 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 10,520 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 10,520 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 9,249 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 7,918 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 7,465 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 5,556 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 5,556 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 5,452 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 5,440 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 5,358 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 5,227 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 5,200 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 4,934 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 GBU is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R6 GBU, 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 R6 GBU registered?

R6 GBU is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is R6 GBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R6 GBU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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