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R6 VGC

2000 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,978 mi
Last recorded17,978 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha R618,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 VGC
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 17,978 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 12,641 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 12,629 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 12,586 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 12,363 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 12,359 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2018 9,881 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 9,871 miles

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 8,497 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 7,974 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 7,974 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2015 6,507 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 3,791 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 3,791 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 May 2013 2,920 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 2,889 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 2,802 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2010 2,635 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 May 2009 2,427 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 2,230 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 2,138 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 1,804 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 VGC is a 2000 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 18,514 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 VGC, 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 26 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 VGC registered?

R6 VGC is a 2000 Yamaha R6, first registered on 22 September 2000.

Is R6 VGC safe to buy?

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