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X98 VWY

2001 Yamaha R6

Orange Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,324 mi
Last recorded15,324 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX98 VWY
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 15,324 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 14,577 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 12,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2013 12,354 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 11,851 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 11,851 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 5 May 2010 10,566 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 8,914 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 May 2009 8,914 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 7,656 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 31,055 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 3 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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X98 VWY is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Orange with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 17,265 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 X98 VWY, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X98 VWY registered?

X98 VWY is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 20 February 2001.

Is X98 VWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X98 VWY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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