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S237 BCG

1999 Yamaha R6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,803 mi
Last recorded13,803 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1999 Yamaha R620,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS237 BCG
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 13,803 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 13,556 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 13,540 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 12,563 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2011 12,537 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 May 2011 12,536 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 12 May 2010 12,312 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front tyre unevenly worn

rear tyre unevenly worn

Fail 5 May 2010 12,312 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front tyre unevenly worn

rear tyre unevenly worn

Pass 18 Apr 2009 12,311 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

front tyre unevenly worn

rear brake travel

slight binding to front brake

Pass 27 Mar 2008 12,309 miles

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

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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S237 BCG is a 1999 Yamaha R6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S237 BCG, 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.

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S237 BCG is a 1999 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 January 1999.

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