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S527 UKM

1999 Yamaha R6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

14,245 mi
Last recorded14,245 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha R620,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS527 UKM
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 14,245 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 14,186 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork oil seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 14,139 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 14,044 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 13,923 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 13,379 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

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

Fail 8 Aug 2015 13,379 miles

Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 12,967 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 12,910 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 12,707 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 12,707 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 12,561 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 12,557 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 12,458 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 12,223 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 11,888 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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S527 UKM is a 1999 Yamaha R6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 S527 UKM, 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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What year was S527 UKM registered?

S527 UKM is a 1999 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S527 UKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S527 UKM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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