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KF02 TZU

2002 Yamaha Yzf R6

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

23,258 mi
Last recorded23,258 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Yzf R615,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF02 TZU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 23,258 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 22,478 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 21,314 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 20,100 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 18,660 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 18,117 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 17,318 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 May 2012 17,126 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 17,126 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 17,050 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Mar 2011 17,050 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 16,934 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2010 16,934 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 16,563 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 15,935 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 15,935 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2006 13,357 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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KF02 TZU is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 15,131 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 Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KF02 TZU, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KF02 TZU registered?

KF02 TZU is a 2002 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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