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Y166 XAG

2001 Yamaha R6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,741 mi
Last recorded17,741 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY166 XAG
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2023 17,741 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 17,730 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 17,722 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 17,233 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 17,068 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 17,068 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2008 16,210 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 15,436 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 13,855 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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Y166 XAG is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y166 XAG, 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 Y166 XAG registered?

Y166 XAG is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y166 XAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y166 XAG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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