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R6 TFN

2001 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

20,801 mi
Last recorded20,801 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 TFN
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 20,801 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 20,243 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 20,134 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 20,123 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 20,093 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 19,869 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Front (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 19,869 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Position lamp not working L/H Front (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Front (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 19,506 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 19,490 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2017 19,083 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 18,026 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 17,828 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 17,336 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 16,582 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 15,372 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 14,727 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 1,362 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2008 12,692 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 11,826 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 10,619 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 TFN is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 TFN, 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 TFN registered?

R6 TFN is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 4 August 2001.

Is R6 TFN safe to buy?

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