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Y238 GDW

2001 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

23,007 mi
Last recorded23,007 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 GDW
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 23,007 miles

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

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 22,041 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 22,042 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2017 21,384 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 20,071 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 18,292 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 15,839 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 14,575 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 14,098 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 12,167 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 12,167 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 12,135 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 12,135 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 11,834 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2007 11,132 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 11,132 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 10,453 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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Y238 GDW is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 Y238 GDW, 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 Y238 GDW registered?

Y238 GDW is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y238 GDW safe to buy?

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