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R6 OFU

1999 Yamaha R6

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

46,394 mi
Last recorded46,394 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha R620,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 OFU
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 46,394 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 46,336 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 38,649 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 38,387 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 38,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 38,058 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 37,263 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2012 37,241 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 35,692 miles

rear seat has been removed

Fail 5 Nov 2010 35,692 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 34,597 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2008 32,665 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 May 2007 29,157 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 23,339 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Pass 16 May 2006 23,339 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 OFU is a 1999 Yamaha R6 in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 20,700 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 OFU, 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 27 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 OFU registered?

R6 OFU is a 1999 Yamaha R6, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is R6 OFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R6 OFU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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