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SL02 HWD

2002 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

13,928 mi
Last recorded13,928 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 HWD
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 13,928 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 13,871 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 13,369 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 13,100 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 12,812 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 12,812 miles

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 12,507 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 10,465 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 8,422 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 7,934 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 7,506 miles

headlights have masks fitted for o/s kick

Fail 18 May 2016 7,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

headlights have masks fitted for o/s kick

Fail 5 Jun 2015 7,211 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 7,211 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 7,065 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 6,694 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 6,468 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 5,812 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 5,343 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2008 5,343 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2007 4,672 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 3,608 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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SL02 HWD is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SL02 HWD, 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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What year was SL02 HWD registered?

SL02 HWD is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 29 July 2002.

Is SL02 HWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL02 HWD shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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