Yamaha Yzf R6 (2011)
2011 Yamaha Yzf R6
CarHunch analysed 147 real MOT records for the 2011 Yamaha Yzf R6. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2011 Yamaha YZF-R6 passes its MOT at 88.3%, well above the UK average of 80%, suggesting this sportsbike is generally well-maintained by its owners. However, 7.5% have recorded dangerous defects during their MOT history, which is worth noting if you're buying secondhand—request a full service history and inspect brakes and tyres closely.
At nearly 9,300 miles on average, these bikes show moderate use for their age, and the 0.93 average failures per vehicle indicates most get through with minor issues only. The 2.8 advisories per vehicle suggest routine wear items like chain and sprocket condition rather than structural problems—budget for regular consumables when you buy, and always check the last MOT report for specific problem areas before committing.
What to check before buying a 2011 Yamaha Yzf R6
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 Yamaha Yzf R6 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2011 Yamaha Yzf R6 vehicles fall between 5,108 and 11,979 miles.
2011 Yamaha Yzf R6 — Still on the Road
54 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 52% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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