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WK02 XFB

2002 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

19,797 mi
Last recorded19,797 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2012
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 XFB
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2012 19,797 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2011 17,428 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 17,428 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 17,232 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 12,279 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2008 12,274 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 11,849 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

alloy front brake hose fittings not recommended for road use.

Fail 25 Apr 2007 11,834 miles

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

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

drive chain badly worn with tight spots

slight play in swing arm bushes/bearings

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 XFB is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 XFB, 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.

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What year was WK02 XFB registered?

WK02 XFB is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 24 May 2002.

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