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W491 VKG

2000 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,956 mi
Last recorded26,956 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2013
Typical for 2000 Yamaha R618,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW491 VKG
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2013 26,956 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 26,956 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 21,039 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2011 21,031 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 20,198 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 15,022 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 15,022 miles

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)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 14,465 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 13,407 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 13,182 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 13,170 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2005 11,670 miles

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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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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