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SN51 EJE

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

26,132 mi
Last recorded26,132 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 EJE
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 26,132 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 25,940 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 25,856 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Fail 13 Apr 2024 25,850 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 25,623 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 25,623 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2020 24,412 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 22,471 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 21,200 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 21,139 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 20,923 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 19,499 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 17,780 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 17,315 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 17,315 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 17,253 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 17,253 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 16,450 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 15,787 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 15,775 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 May 2006 15,069 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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SN51 EJE is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 17,265 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 SN51 EJE, 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 25 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 SN51 EJE registered?

SN51 EJE is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is SN51 EJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN51 EJE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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