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RJ61 GLK

2012 Yamaha Yzf R6

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

19,165 mi
Last recorded19,165 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R67,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ61 GLK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 19,165 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 18,599 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2025 18,599 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Front fork seals leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 17,379 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 17,116 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 16,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Jul 2021 16,836 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2020 15,746 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 15,334 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 15,047 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 14,584 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 14,102 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 14,093 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 13,409 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 9 Mar 2015 13,409 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6?

Based on 102,114 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,767
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 923
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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RJ61 GLK is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 7,909 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 Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ61 GLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ61 GLK registered?

RJ61 GLK is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 2 February 2012.

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