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T491 OKU

1999 Yamaha Yzf R6

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,288 mi
Last recorded22,288 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Yzf R620,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT491 OKU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 22,288 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2015 22,054 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 22,054 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2014 21,632 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 20,633 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2013 20,623 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 19,955 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 19,709 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 19,310 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 19,310 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)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 15,507 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 14,586 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 May 2007 14,586 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 May 2006 13,583 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6?

Based on 102,114 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,767
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 923
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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T491 OKU is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 20,144 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 Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T491 OKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T491 OKU registered?

T491 OKU is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 21 May 1999.

Is T491 OKU safe to buy?

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