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R6 VEM

2008 Yamaha R6

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,511 mi
Last recorded17,511 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha R69,315 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 VEM
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 17,511 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 15,849 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 13,325 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2023 8,791 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 7,403 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 6,926 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 5,560 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 5,297 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 4,939 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 4,740 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 4,452 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 4,261 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 4,064 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 3,822 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 3,591 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 3,591 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 3,187 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 VEM is a 2008 Yamaha R6 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 9,315 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 VEM, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R6 VEM registered?

R6 VEM is a 2008 Yamaha R6, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is R6 VEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R6 VEM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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