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Y269 VRH

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,302 mi
Last recorded21,302 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY269 VRH
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 21,302 miles

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

Nearside Nearside fairing panel broken but not insecure.

Pass 20 Mar 2025 20,830 miles

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

Nearside Near fairing damaged to not insecure

Pass 19 Feb 2024 20,527 miles

Nearside Fairing panel damaged and slightly loose .

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

Pass 12 May 2023 19,738 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 18,947 miles

L/H panel loose

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 18,480 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2019 17,423 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 14,974 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 13,107 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2017 13,107 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 11,367 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 11,306 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 10,140 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 8,843 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 6,713 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 6,470 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 6,349 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 6,349 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 6,316 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 5,954 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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Y269 VRH 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 90%.

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 Y269 VRH, 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 Y269 VRH registered?

Y269 VRH is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 10 March 2001.

Is Y269 VRH safe to buy?

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