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WU52 WBO

2002 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,900 mi
Last recorded28,900 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 WBO
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2013 28,900 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 27,418 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2011 25,391 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 23,057 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front tyre uneven

Pass 16 Dec 2009 20,607 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2008 18,460 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2008 18,460 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 14,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Oct 2007 14,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 10,285 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2006 10,285 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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WU52 WBO is a 2002 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WU52 WBO, 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 WU52 WBO registered?

WU52 WBO is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 9 October 2002.

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