Yamaha R6

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 599 cc

T262 AREMOT history

T262 ARE is a blue petrol Yamaha R6 first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 28,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
28,261 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T262 ARE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
R6
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T262 ARE was last recorded at 28,261 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,149 miles · 30 Aug 2018
Between the last two tests
112 miles
Average per year
1,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,261 miles
  • 2018 – 28,149 miles
  • 2017 – 28,144 miles
  • 2016 – 28,111 miles
  • 2015 – 27,651 miles
  • 2013 – 25,748 miles
  • 2012 – 24,007 miles
  • 2011 – 21,942 miles
  • 2010 – 19,265 miles
  • 2009 – 15,965 miles
  • 2008 – 11,688 miles
  • 2007 – 6,478 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,261 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,261 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    28,261 miles
    Test number
    305366903962
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail28,261 miles (+112)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,261 miles
    Test number
    304213408377
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass28,149 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    28,149 miles
    Test number
    382664400087
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass28,144 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    28,144 miles
    Test number
    357979752653
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  5. Pass28,111 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    28,111 miles
    Test number
    226229190524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass27,651 miles (+1,903)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,651 miles
    Test number
    757706065038
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  7. Pass25,748 miles (+157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,748 miles
    Test number
    199915133281
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  8. Fail25,591 miles (+1,584)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,591 miles
    Test number
    326529423233
    • FailureStop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  9. Pass24,007 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,007 miles
    Test number
    676665402253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail23,728 miles (+1,786)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,728 miles
    Test number
    996025592182
    • FailureFront Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

  11. Pass21,942 miles (+92)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,942 miles
    Test number
    355853601451
    • NoteFront Tyre Wearing Unevenly!
    • NoteRace Pipe Fitted, Not Stamped Or Excessively Noisey!

  12. Fail21,850 miles (+2,585)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,850 miles
    Test number
    999086591167
    • FailureRear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)
    • FailureRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • NoteFront Tyre Wearing Unevenly!
    • NoteRace Pipe Fitted, Not Stamped Or Excessively Noisey!

  13. Pass19,265 miles (+3,300)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    19,265 miles
    Test number
    142023790116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,965 miles (+4,277)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,965 miles
    Test number
    834438489102
    • AdvisoryRear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  15. Pass11,688 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    11,688 miles
    Test number
    260588068131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail11,668 miles (+5,190)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,668 miles
    Test number
    981886968113
    • FailureDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  17. Pass6,478 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    6,478 miles
    Test number
    232213927137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail6,415 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,415 miles
    Test number
    560257817199
    • FailureDrive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
    • FailureFairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
    • FailureRear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Questions about T262 ARE

Does T262 ARE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T262 ARE is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T262 ARE?
The MOT on T262 ARE is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T262 ARE done?
T262 ARE was recorded at 28,261 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 1,159 miles a year.
Has T262 ARE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T262 ARE has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T262 ARE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T262 ARE find?
T262 ARE passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: drive chain slightly tight; exhaust noisy.

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