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S906 MFR

1999 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

36,114 mi
Last recorded36,114 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha R620,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS906 MFR
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 36,114 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 36,103 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 36,094 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2016 37,571 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 36,280 miles

no indicators fitted at the time of the test

Pass 10 Aug 2013 34,921 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 33,892 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 30,868 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 28,902 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 28,902 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 7,927 miles

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 27,250 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2008 27,250 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 7 Mar 2008 27,238 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

SOME PLAY IN REAR DAMPER LINKAGE

Pass 7 Mar 2007 27,090 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 23,741 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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S906 MFR is a 1999 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 S906 MFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S906 MFR registered?

S906 MFR is a 1999 Yamaha R6, first registered on 21 January 1999.

Is S906 MFR safe to buy?

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