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Y211 TKE

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

30,292 mi
Last recorded30,292 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY211 TKE
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 30,292 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 29,893 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 29,891 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2024 29,259 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 28,582 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 27,515 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 25,399 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 25,399 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 23,891 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 22,393 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 21,020 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 May 2016 20,003 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 18,741 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 15,517 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 13,212 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 10,906 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 10,517 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 10,400 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 10,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 9,987 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2008 9,987 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 9,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 8,473 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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Y211 TKE is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 Y211 TKE, 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 Y211 TKE registered?

Y211 TKE is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 5 April 2001.

Is Y211 TKE safe to buy?

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