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WP51 VEX

2002 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

22,185 mi
Last recorded22,185 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP51 VEX
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 22,185 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2014 22,185 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2013 18,585 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 15 May 2013 18,585 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 18,585 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 18,585 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 17,671 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2009 5,151 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 4,670 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 4,129 miles

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

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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WP51 VEX is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WP51 VEX, 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 WP51 VEX registered?

WP51 VEX is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 11 February 2002.

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