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W148 RNB

2000 Yamaha Yzf R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,133 mi
Last recorded44,133 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Yzf R618,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW148 RNB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 44,133 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 44,133 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.4.3 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both sides (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 33,111 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 32,283 miles

only to be used in daylight hours and not at times of reduced visibility

Pass 1 Mar 2019 31,566 miles

Day time use only MOT

Number plate fitted for MOT

Fail 1 Mar 2019 31,566 miles

Day time use only MOT

Number plate fitted for MOT

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 30,835 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 30,832 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flickering when indicator on (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2012 30,174 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 30,174 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 29,079 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 29,079 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 25,826 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 23,348 miles

Small number plate fitted

Twin rear light has n/s rear light bulb not working

Fail 17 Jun 2008 21,808 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 21,808 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 20,669 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 31 May 2006 18,699 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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W148 RNB is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 18,874 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 W148 RNB, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W148 RNB registered?

W148 RNB is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 19 May 2000.

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