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Y966 RFM

2001 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,976 mi
Last recorded22,976 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Yamaha R617,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY966 RFM
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2014 22,976 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 22,060 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 19,695 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 16,452 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 16,035 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 15,305 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 13,839 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 12,147 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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Y966 RFM is a 2001 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 Y966 RFM, 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 Y966 RFM registered?

Y966 RFM is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y966 RFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y966 RFM shows 8 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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