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WU02 MYG

2002 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

14,465 mi
Last recorded14,465 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 MYG
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 14,465 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 14,462 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Apr 2024 14,462 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 14,459 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 14,418 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 14,363 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 14,074 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 14,006 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 13,963 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 13,960 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 13,957 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 13,957 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 13,938 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 13,771 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 13,736 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 13,736 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 13,686 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 13,682 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 12,548 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 11,699 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 11,695 miles

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

Rear Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 10,184 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 8,942 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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WU02 MYG is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 WU02 MYG, 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 WU02 MYG registered?

WU02 MYG is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is WU02 MYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU02 MYG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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