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W223 AKM

2000 Yamaha Yzf R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

23,106 mi
Last recorded23,106 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Yzf R618,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW223 AKM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 23,106 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 22,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Feb 2024 22,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements rear number plate size to small (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 22,541 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 22,391 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2022 22,391 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 22,154 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 22,010 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 21,798 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 21,645 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 21,420 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 21,417 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 20,850 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 20,826 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 20,804 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 20,514 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 20,493 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 18,203 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 14,635 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 9,305 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 5,890 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 5,631 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 5,631 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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W223 AKM is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 W223 AKM, 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 W223 AKM registered?

W223 AKM is a 2000 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 16 June 2000.

Is W223 AKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W223 AKM shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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