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Y600 HEM

2001 Yamaha R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

29,541 mi
Last recorded29,541 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY600 HEM
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 29,541 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 28,651 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 27,815 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 26,543 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 23,935 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 23,791 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 23,365 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Indicator incorporated in secondary tail light

Fail 18 Apr 2015 23,361 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Indicator incorporated in secondary tail light

Pass 12 Apr 2014 22,462 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 19,379 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 17,250 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 16,682 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 14,616 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 12,791 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 10,982 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 87,321 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 8,397 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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Y600 HEM is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 Y600 HEM, 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 Y600 HEM registered?

Y600 HEM is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 23 March 2001.

Is Y600 HEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y600 HEM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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