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Y309 RRS

2001 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,035 mi
Last recorded24,035 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY309 RRS
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 24,035 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 23,994 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 23,830 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 23,362 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 20,533 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Aug 2012 20,533 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 19,652 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

at time of test solo seatpod was fitted and rear footrests were absent

rear tyre hugger nearside mount broken

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 29 Jul 2011 19,652 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

at time of test solo seatpod was fitted and rear footrests were absent

rear tyre hugger nearside mount broken

Nail in rear tyre

nearside chain adjuster locking nut loose

Pass 13 Jul 2009 19,180 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 19,180 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2008 17,502 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 Aug 2008 17,502 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Jul 2007 15,816 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 14,521 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2006 14,411 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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Y309 RRS is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y309 RRS, 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 Y309 RRS registered?

Y309 RRS is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 23 March 2001.

Is Y309 RRS safe to buy?

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