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S56 VLS

1999 Yamaha R6

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,652 mi
Last recorded25,652 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2010
Typical for 1999 Yamaha R620,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS56 VLS
MakeYamaha
ModelR6
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2010 25,652 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 25,506 miles

Rear Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 22,678 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 22,124 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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S56 VLS is a 1999 Yamaha R6 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 20,700 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 S56 VLS, 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 27 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 S56 VLS registered?

S56 VLS is a 1999 Yamaha R6, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S56 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S56 VLS shows 4 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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