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Y458 GEU

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

22,998 mi
Last recorded22,998 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY458 GEU
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2013 22,998 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2013 22,895 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 21,462 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 20,302 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 20,302 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 20,293 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Fail 16 Jul 2010 20,277 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 19,348 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 18,291 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 16,209 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2006 15,383 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 15,383 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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Y458 GEU is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 Y458 GEU, 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 Y458 GEU registered?

Y458 GEU is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y458 GEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y458 GEU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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