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YJ04 MXV

2004 Yamaha R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,527 mi
Last recorded24,527 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha R615,071 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ04 MXV
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 24,527 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 23,783 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 23,776 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Jan 2025 23,770 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 23,656 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 23,463 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 23,463 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 22,847 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 22,313 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 22,313 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 May 2018 22,227 miles

Rear Stop lamp lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

advise rear shocker lower brace bar rear bush slight movement

Pass 11 May 2017 21,134 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 May 2017 21,134 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 May 2016 20,639 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 15,438 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 13,923 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 13,610 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 13,007 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 11,797 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 11,797 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 10,767 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 9,787 miles

repair in rear tyre

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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YJ04 MXV is a 2004 Yamaha R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 15,071 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 YJ04 MXV, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ04 MXV registered?

YJ04 MXV is a 2004 Yamaha R6, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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