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W498 SMW

2000 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,431 mi
Last recorded18,431 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha R618,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW498 SMW
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 18,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 18,419 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 17,600 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 17,567 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 17,550 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 17,527 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 17,259 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 16,932 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 16,762 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 16,542 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 May 2012 16,542 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear tyre valve slightly perished

Pass 1 Jun 2011 15,852 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 May 2011 15,852 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Sep 2008 15,342 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

right peg and brake lever bent

Pass 22 Mar 2007 13,837 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 13,825 miles

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 11,860 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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W498 SMW is a 2000 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W498 SMW, 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 W498 SMW registered?

W498 SMW is a 2000 Yamaha R6, first registered on 4 August 2000.

Is W498 SMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W498 SMW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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