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Y851 TKJ

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,501 mi
Last recorded14,501 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY851 TKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2025 14,501 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 13,513 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 12,425 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 11,286 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 10,285 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 9,822 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 9,559 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2016 9,013 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 8,397 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 8,031 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 7,154 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 6,745 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 6,209 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 5,521 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 5,247 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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Y851 TKJ 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 100%.

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 Y851 TKJ, 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 Y851 TKJ registered?

Y851 TKJ is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y851 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y851 TKJ shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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