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Y657 GLG

2001 Yamaha R6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,514 mi
Last recorded17,514 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY657 GLG
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 17,514 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 16,662 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 16,662 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 16,618 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

CHAIN IS VERY TIGHT

Pass 21 Jun 2017 16,148 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 15,879 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 15,879 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 15,520 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 15,518 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 15,030 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 3 Sep 2008 14,189 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 14,189 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 13,940 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 11,098 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 11,098 miles

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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Y657 GLG is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 Y657 GLG, 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 Y657 GLG registered?

Y657 GLG is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y657 GLG safe to buy?

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