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Y501 JDE

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

40,878 mi
Last recorded40,878 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY501 JDE
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 40,878 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 37,473 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 36,435 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2023 36,435 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 33,867 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 32,341 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 28,743 miles

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 27,535 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 27,531 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 22,791 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

swing arm bushes have slight free play

Pass 13 Apr 2016 21,116 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 21,116 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 18,807 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2014 18,786 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))

Pass 7 May 2013 17,474 miles

exhaust silencer loose in it's mount but adequately supported.

Pass 25 May 2012 17,096 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 16,528 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 15,382 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 14,082 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 11,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 8,301 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 8,079 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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Y501 JDE is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y501 JDE, 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 Y501 JDE registered?

Y501 JDE is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 2 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y501 JDE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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