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RY02 TVD

2002 Yamaha Yzf R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,827 mi
Last recorded20,827 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Yzf R615,131 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY02 TVD
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 20,827 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2024 19,767 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 19,262 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 18,732 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 18,243 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 17,562 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 17,329 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

caliper seals need replacing, starting to protrude from caliper

Fail 23 Jul 2015 17,329 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

caliper seals need replacing, starting to protrude from caliper

Pass 26 Jul 2014 16,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 15,663 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 15,601 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 15,122 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 15,095 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 11 Oct 2008 12,609 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 9,175 miles

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

The front tyre is the incorrect size it is not dangerous and does not foul the mudguard or any other components but the correct size 120/60/17 should be fitted.incorrect size 120/70/17

Pass 1 Jul 2006 4,354 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 1,714 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2005 1,714 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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RY02 TVD is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 15,131 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 RY02 TVD, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RY02 TVD registered?

RY02 TVD is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 1 July 2002.

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