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Y59 NHK

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,210 mi
Last recorded25,210 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY59 NHK
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2010 25,210 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 25,210 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2009 24,323 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 24,323 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 23,765 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2006 18,208 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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Y59 NHK is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 Y59 NHK, 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

How do I check the history of Y59 NHK?

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What year was Y59 NHK registered?

Y59 NHK is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is Y59 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y59 NHK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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