MOT Status
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25,701 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front handle bar grip is worn at end
Offside Rear exhaust is loose on clamp
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Nearside Front handle bar grip is worn at end
Offside Rear exhaust is loose on clamp
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
headlamp deflectors fitted
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha R6?
Based on 63,122 MOT tests across 6,022 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y979 XFR 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 73.3%.
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 Y979 XFR, 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 Y979 XFR registered?
Y979 XFR is a 2001 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 March 2001.
Is Y979 XFR safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y979 XFR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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