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S257 PKH

1999 Yamaha Yzf R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

15,466 mi
Last recorded15,466 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Yzf R620,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS257 PKH
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 15,466 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 15,466 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 15,056 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 14,567 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 14,550 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 14,550 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 13,716 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 13,696 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2017 13,264 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 13,244 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 May 2016 12,535 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 May 2015 12,485 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 12,348 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 11,987 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 11,741 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 11,194 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 10,882 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 10,212 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,415 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 8,569 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 8,569 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 7,731 miles

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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S257 PKH is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 20,144 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 S257 PKH, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S257 PKH registered?

S257 PKH is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 2 January 1999.

Is S257 PKH safe to buy?

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