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WR02 SZL

2002 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,162 mi
Last recorded24,162 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR02 SZL
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 24,162 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Sep 2017 24,162 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 21,150 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2013 21,150 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 17,639 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 11,804 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 9,197 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 7,402 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 7,402 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 5,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear tyre has a plug repair

Pass 4 Jul 2007 4,456 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 2,738 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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WR02 SZL is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WR02 SZL, 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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WR02 SZL is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 June 2002.

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