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R6 XXB

1999 Yamaha R6

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,281 mi
Last recorded17,281 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha R620,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 XXB
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 17,281 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2025 17,256 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 15,260 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 13,629 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 13,617 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 13,609 miles

brake fluid dark

Pass 6 Jan 2018 13,502 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 13,221 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 12,600 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 12,307 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 11,923 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 11,923 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 9,371 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 9,232 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 8,262 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 XXB is a 1999 Yamaha R6 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 XXB, 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 XXB registered?

R6 XXB is a 1999 Yamaha R6, first registered on 10 June 1999.

Is R6 XXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R6 XXB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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