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WK02 UPN

2002 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,750 mi
Last recorded20,750 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 UPN
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 20,750 miles

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

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 20,750 miles

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

Central Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 15,965 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2015 15,148 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 15,148 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2014 13,948 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 13,948 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,574 miles

front brake slightly binding/sticking rear brake slightly binding/sticking

Pass 2 Sep 2011 11,060 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 1 Sep 2011 11,059 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Aug 2010 9,648 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 7,519 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 6,942 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 6,839 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2008 6,827 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 5,923 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 5,923 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 4,411 miles

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

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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WK02 UPN is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 15,840 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 WK02 UPN, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK02 UPN registered?

WK02 UPN is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 5 March 2002.

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