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Y508 XAV

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,559 mi
Last recorded29,559 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY508 XAV
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2015 29,559 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 26,765 miles

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

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2013 23,587 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 21,518 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2012 21,518 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 19,194 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 16,453 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 16,323 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 16,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 16,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Mar 2007 16,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 16,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2006 16,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 16,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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Y508 XAV is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 Y508 XAV, 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 Y508 XAV registered?

Y508 XAV is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 18 March 2001.

Is Y508 XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y508 XAV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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