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Y197 KRJ

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,792 mi
Last recorded10,792 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY197 KRJ
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 10,792 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 10,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 10,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 10,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 10,347 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 10,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 10,179 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 10,086 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 9,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 9,656 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 9,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Jul 2014 9,405 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 9,228 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 9,071 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 8,841 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 May 2010 8,668 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 May 2009 8,421 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 8,271 miles
Pass 20 May 2007 8,049 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 7,428 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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Y197 KRJ is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y197 KRJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y197 KRJ registered?

Y197 KRJ is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 14 May 2001.

Is Y197 KRJ safe to buy?

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