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S538 MRA

1999 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

35,933 mi
Last recorded35,933 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha R620,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS538 MRA
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 35,933 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 35,933 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 35,732 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively Rear suspension has slight play due to wear but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 29,081 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 28,668 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 28,440 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 27,484 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 24,903 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2018 24,903 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension has a fracture of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 18,670 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 18,670 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 18,566 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 18,371 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 18,112 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 17,826 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 17,198 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 16,163 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 15,049 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 13,007 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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S538 MRA is a 1999 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S538 MRA, 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 S538 MRA registered?

S538 MRA is a 1999 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S538 MRA safe to buy?

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