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Y602 GCD

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

21,212 mi
Last recorded21,212 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY602 GCD
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 21,212 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 20,896 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 20,712 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 19,699 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 18,712 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2020 18,334 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 18,145 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 17,548 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 17,289 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 16,888 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear tyre valve slightly perished

Pass 22 Apr 2015 16,508 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 16,508 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2014 15,027 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

chain and sprockets worn.

Pass 22 May 2013 14,036 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

chain and sprockets worn

Pass 2 May 2012 13,092 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 11,812 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 May 2010 10,532 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 17 May 2010 10,532 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 22 May 2009 9,437 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 8,196 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 5,940 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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Y602 GCD is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 Y602 GCD, 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 Y602 GCD registered?

Y602 GCD is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is Y602 GCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y602 GCD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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