Yamaha YZF R6

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 599 cc

T853 JLAMOT history

T853 JLA is a blue petrol Yamaha YZF R6 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 50,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2026
Mileage
50,185 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T853 JLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
YZF R6
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T853 JLA was last recorded at 50,185 miles on 26 Jul 2025, 1,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,262 miles · 15 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,923 miles
Average per year
449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 50,185 miles
  • 2024 – 48,262 miles
  • 2023 – 47,477 miles
  • 2019 – 45,270 miles
  • 2018 – 45,045 miles
  • 2016 – 44,918 miles
  • 2015 – 44,789 miles
  • 2014 – 43,721 miles
  • 2011 – 43,494 miles
  • 2009 – 43,379 miles
  • 2008 – 42,956 miles
  • 2007 – 42,237 miles
  • 2006 – 41,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,185 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,185 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    50,185 miles
    Test number
    952873451312
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  2. Fail50,185 miles (+1,923)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,185 miles
    Test number
    296043395643
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  3. Pass48,262 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    48,262 miles
    Test number
    259369801900
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Fail48,262 miles (+785)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,262 miles
    Test number
    481050125547
    • Repaired at testDrive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass47,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    47,477 miles
    Test number
    147269509898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail47,477 miles (+2,207)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,477 miles
    Test number
    133583654491
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass45,270 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,270 miles
    Test number
    914162910861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,045 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,045 miles
    Test number
    118472683468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,918 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,918 miles
    Test number
    771887718060
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  10. Fail44,918 miles (+129)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,918 miles
    Test number
    331672681890
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  11. Pass44,789 miles (+1,068)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,789 miles
    Test number
    145897485182
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  12. Pass43,721 miles (+227)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    43,721 miles
    Test number
    395515304470
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  13. Pass43,494 miles (+115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,494 miles
    Test number
    157234061416
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  14. Pass43,379 miles (+423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    43,379 miles
    Test number
    312108519419
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  15. Fail42,956 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,956 miles
    Test number
    200814718201
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  16. Pass42,956 miles (+719)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,956 miles
    Test number
    770434018248
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  17. Pass42,237 miles (+618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    42,237 miles
    Test number
    461889507260
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

  18. Pass41,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,619 miles
    Test number
    283412086198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T853 JLA

Does T853 JLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T853 JLA expired on 25 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T853 JLA?
The MOT on T853 JLA expired on 25 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T853 JLA done?
T853 JLA was recorded at 50,185 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2025, an average of 449 miles a year.
Has T853 JLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T853 JLA has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T853 JLA 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 T853 JLA find?
T853 JLA passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2025 with 4 advisories: exhaust noisy; front brake pad(s) close to minimum limit; rear shock absorber has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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