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WV52 FZX

2002 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

40,662 mi
Last recorded40,662 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha R615,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 FZX
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 40,662 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 40,204 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 37,390 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 34,339 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 29,756 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 29,409 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 28,910 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 26,395 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 26,395 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2018 26,372 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 May 2017 25,998 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 25,918 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 23,219 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 23,219 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 20,769 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 20,769 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 20,327 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 18,829 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 17,527 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 15,203 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 12,755 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 11,337 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 10,571 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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WV52 FZX 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 WV52 FZX, 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

How do I check the history of WV52 FZX?

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What year was WV52 FZX registered?

WV52 FZX is a 2002 Yamaha R6, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is WV52 FZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV52 FZX 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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