MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,956 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha R6?
Based on 63,122 MOT tests across 6,022 vehicles.
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W491 VKG is a 2000 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2000 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 18,514 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 W491 VKG, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was W491 VKG registered?
W491 VKG is a 2000 Yamaha R6, first registered on 12 May 2000.
Is W491 VKG safe to buy?
The MOT history for W491 VKG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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