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Y5 ROB

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,249 mi
Last recorded18,249 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY5 ROB
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 18,249 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2024 18,149 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 17,926 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 17,884 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 17,551 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 17,127 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 16,976 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 16,399 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 15,078 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 14,671 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

N/S Position Lamp inoperative

Pass 13 Feb 2014 14,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no indicator tell tale

Fail 13 Feb 2014 14,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Outer Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

no indicator tell tale

Pass 23 Feb 2013 13,829 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 13,169 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2006 13,169 miles

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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Y5 ROB is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 Y5 ROB, 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 Y5 ROB registered?

Y5 ROB is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 14 June 2001.

Is Y5 ROB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y5 ROB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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