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T494 SWP

1999 Yamaha Yzf R6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

16,625 mi
Last recorded16,625 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Yzf R620,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT494 SWP
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 16,625 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 16,222 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 16,222 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 16,037 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 15,878 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 15,738 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 14,912 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 14,322 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 13,744 miles

advise some slight play exits in lower suspension linkages

Pass 9 Jul 2013 12,831 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 12,157 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 11,583 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 10,734 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 10,718 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 8,596 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 7,731 miles

forks are dropped too low in handlebars, advise you put them back to standard.

Pass 28 Jun 2007 6,882 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 6,811 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 5,678 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 4,427 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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T494 SWP is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf R6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T494 SWP, 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 T494 SWP registered?

T494 SWP is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 29 May 1999.

Is T494 SWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T494 SWP shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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