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VU02 KUB

2002 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,817 mi
Last recorded32,817 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 KUB
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 32,817 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 32,817 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2016 29,900 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2016 29,900 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 25,892 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 23,992 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 22,383 miles

rear pads look low

Pass 2 Jul 2012 20,379 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 18,435 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 16,241 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 14,085 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

overplate fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2008 12,825 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 12,825 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 12,717 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 12,446 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 12,446 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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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VU02 KUB is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VU02 KUB, 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 VU02 KUB registered?

VU02 KUB is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 23 March 2002.

Is VU02 KUB safe to buy?

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