Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 382 vehicles, the 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Yamaha Yzf R6 09 (2009)

382 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.5% first-time pass rate

2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09

CarHunch analysed 382 real MOT records for the 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 382 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2009 Yamaha YZF R6 is a serious reliability concern for MOT testing: only 29.1% pass first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and the 2.6% dangerous defect rate is modest but not negligible for a motorcycle. The petrol variant shows a 28.0% pass rate, indicating the low pass rate isn't a fuel-type issue but a genuine problem with this model and age group.

These bikes are running at relatively low mileage for their age (median 8,880 miles), yet averaging 0.33 failures and 0.9 advisories per vehicle, suggesting mechanical or wear issues unrelated to heavy use. If you're considering one, plan for immediate pre-purchase inspection by a Yamaha specialist, because most examples will need work to pass their next MOT, and expect recurring maintenance to keep it roadworthy.

The 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (86.5% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

86.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

2.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.33

Over 3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–13k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 86.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 382 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 382 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	376	86.3%	0.34

Colour Breakdown

Based on 579 Yamaha Yzf R6 09 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 43.2%

250

Blue 27.1%

157

Red 24.9%

144

White 4.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

8,880

typical

5,246

low mileage

13,355

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09 vehicles fall between 5,246 and 13,355 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,246 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 5,246–13,355 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09s sit.

⚠ Over 18,029 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 46% of 2009 Yamaha Yzf R6 09s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 32 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (46% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.33

Avg failures per vehicle

0.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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