2010 Yamaha Yzf R6 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Yzf R6 models manufactured in 2010, based on 2,027 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2010 Yamaha Yzf R6 vintage page → (86.2% current pass rate)2010 Yamaha Yzf R6 MOT Analysis
The 2010 Yamaha Yzf R6 has an MOT pass rate of 83.0% based on 2,027 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 11,046 miles on the odometer. With a 17.0% failure rate, the 2010 Yzf R6 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2010 Yamaha Yzf R6 is Motorcycle tyres, responsible for 0.6% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Motorcycle structure and attachments is the second most common issue at 0.5%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors follows at 0.4%.
Top failures specific to 2010 models only. The overall Yzf R6 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.6% | 13 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.5% | 11 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 0.4% | 8 |
| 4 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.2% | 5 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Brakes | 0.2% | 5 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.1% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 11,046 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.58 | 0.6% | 13 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.49 | 0.5% | 11 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.36 | 0.4% | 8 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.22 | 0.2% | 5 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.22 | 0.2% | 5 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.09 | 0.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.04 | 0.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.04 | 0.0% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2010 Yamaha Yzf R6 has an MOT pass rate of 83.0% based on 2,027 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 11,046 miles on the odometer. With a 17.0% failure rate, the 2010 Yzf R6 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2010 Yamaha Yzf R6, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With relatively low average mileage of 11,046 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle tyres — 0.6% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 0.6% of MOT failures on 2010 Yamaha Yzf R6 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 0.5% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 2010 Yamaha Yzf R6 models. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 0.4% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 2010 Yamaha Yzf R6 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.