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W617 GRS

2000 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

51,614 mi
Last recorded51,614 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2000 Yamaha R618,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW617 GRS
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 51,614 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 51,343 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 50,718 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 49,881 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 48,835 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 48,835 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Sep 2011 46,819 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 46,819 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 43,049 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 34,505 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2009 34,505 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 27,924 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 27,924 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 22,011 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 22,011 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 16,368 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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W617 GRS is a 2000 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 W617 GRS, 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 W617 GRS registered?

W617 GRS is a 2000 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W617 GRS safe to buy?

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