Yamaha YZF R6

White · Petrol · 1999 · 599 cc

T494 SWPMOT history

T494 SWP is a white petrol Yamaha YZF R6 first used on 29 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 16,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
16,625 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T494 SWP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
YZF R6
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T494 SWP was last recorded at 16,625 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
16,222 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
403 miles
Average per year
594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 16,625 miles
  • 2025 – 16,222 miles
  • 2024 – 16,222 miles
  • 2019 – 16,037 miles
  • 2018 – 15,878 miles
  • 2017 – 15,738 miles
  • 2016 – 14,912 miles
  • 2015 – 14,322 miles
  • 2014 – 13,744 miles
  • 2013 – 12,831 miles
  • 2012 – 12,157 miles
  • 2011 – 11,583 miles
  • 2010 – 10,734 miles
  • 2009 – 8,596 miles
  • 2008 – 7,731 miles
  • 2007 – 6,882 miles
  • 2006 – 5,678 miles
  • 2005 – 4,427 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass16,625 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass16,625 miles (+403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    16,625 miles
    Test number
    912650275193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass16,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    16,222 miles
    Test number
    473225038040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail16,222 miles (+185)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,222 miles
    Test number
    843249668257
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass16,037 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    16,037 miles
    Test number
    678884324275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass15,878 miles (+140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    15,878 miles
    Test number
    558008010126
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass15,738 miles (+826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    15,738 miles
    Test number
    828022298807
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  7. Pass14,912 miles (+590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    14,912 miles
    Test number
    262817056432
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  8. Pass14,322 miles (+578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    14,322 miles
    Test number
    447374075119
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  9. Pass13,744 miles (+913)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    13,744 miles
    Test number
    547782884155
    • NoteAdvise some slight play exits in lower suspension linkages

  10. Pass12,831 miles (+674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    12,831 miles
    Test number
    977540193199
    • AdvisoryUpper Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  11. Pass12,157 miles (+574)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    12,157 miles
    Test number
    809445982164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass11,583 miles (+849)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    11,583 miles
    Test number
    947655281155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass10,734 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    10,734 miles
    Test number
    650418280172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail10,718 miles (+2,122)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,718 miles
    Test number
    951357780128
    • FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

  15. Pass8,596 miles (+865)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    8,596 miles
    Test number
    820847979110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass7,731 miles (+849)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    7,731 miles
    Test number
    434172698147
    • DangerousForks are dropped too low in handlebars, advise you put them back to standard.

  17. Pass6,882 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    6,882 miles
    Test number
    991089077112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail6,811 miles (+1,133)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,811 miles
    Test number
    922191377157
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Pass5,678 miles (+1,251)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    5,678 miles
    Test number
    663054086154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass4,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    4,427 miles
    Test number
    254652995450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T494 SWP

Does T494 SWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T494 SWP is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T494 SWP?
The MOT on T494 SWP is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T494 SWP done?
T494 SWP was recorded at 16,625 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 594 miles a year.
Has T494 SWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T494 SWP has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T494 SWP 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 T494 SWP find?
T494 SWP passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; rear suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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