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J555 BYK

2012 Yamaha Yzf R6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,360 mi
Last recorded39,360 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R67,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 BYK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 39,360 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 33,755 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 27,772 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 25,322 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 24,213 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 17,938 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 13,167 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 13,117 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 12,824 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 12,066 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 8,127 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6?

Based on 102,114 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,767
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 923
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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J555 BYK is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 7,909 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J555 BYK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J555 BYK registered?

J555 BYK is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 5 July 2012.

Is J555 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J555 BYK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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