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Y301 GDM

2001 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,567 mi
Last recorded17,567 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY301 GDM
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 17,567 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2023 17,567 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 17,420 miles

Pass switch inoperable

Rear reflector not facing the rear (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2020 17,420 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass switch inoperable

Rear reflector not facing the rear (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 17,185 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 16,331 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 15,798 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 14,494 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 14,489 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Mar 2013 12,325 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 12,325 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 10,206 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 8,248 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 7,274 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 7,048 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 May 2006 6,705 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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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Y301 GDM is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y301 GDM, 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 Y301 GDM registered?

Y301 GDM is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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