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SA02 GKL

2002 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

26,039 mi
Last recorded26,039 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA02 GKL
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 26,039 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 26,035 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 26,029 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 25,795 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 25,477 miles

pass light inoperative

Pass 19 Sep 2016 25,100 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 25,096 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 24,726 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 24,255 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 May 2012 23,381 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 23,364 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 22,982 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2010 21,474 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2009 19,001 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 11 May 2009 19,001 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 16,579 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 16,576 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

1 front postion light not working

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 12,756 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 9,378 miles

Rear 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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SA02 GKL is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 15,840 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 SA02 GKL, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SA02 GKL is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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