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RX51 XWM

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

30,991 mi
Last recorded30,991 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 XWM
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2022 30,991 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2022 30,991 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 30,959 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 30,947 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 30,486 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 28,299 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 26,908 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 26,220 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 25,197 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 18 Jul 2014 23,239 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 23,239 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 22,278 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 19,265 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 18,337 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 18,337 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2010 15,199 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 13,328 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 12,338 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 10,610 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 10,273 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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RX51 XWM is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RX51 XWM, 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.

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What year was RX51 XWM registered?

RX51 XWM is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 10 October 2001.

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