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R6 SXD

2002 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,065 mi
Last recorded38,065 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 SXD
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 38,065 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 35,864 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 34,503 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 34,479 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 34,160 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 21 Apr 2018 34,158 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 34,066 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 32,034 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 28,894 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2013 25,778 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 22,251 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 19,406 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 19,406 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2009 16,839 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 24 May 2008 15,570 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 13,062 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 9,457 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 9,457 miles

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

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

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 SXD 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 77.8%.

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 R6 SXD, 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.

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What year was R6 SXD registered?

R6 SXD is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is R6 SXD safe to buy?

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