2002 Yamaha YZF R6 0.6L Petrol · YP02 AOM

The Yamaha YZF R6 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, confirmed by the most recent DVSA test on 14 April 2025 at 37,107 miles where the tester recorded no defects. The April 2024 test at 36,065 miles and the April 2023 pass at 32,363 miles likewise showed clean results. The single failure on 20 April 2023 at 32,363 miles is anomalous: the record lists no defects, indicating an administrative rejection rather than a mechanical fault. No recurring advisories or worsening conditions appear across the five-year span sampled. At roughly 24 years old the machine shows 37,107 recorded miles, an average of about 1,546 miles per year. The owner rode 32,049 miles by 7 May 2020, then added only 314 miles to April 2023 and a further 3,742 miles by April 2025. A three-year gap separates the 2020 and 2023 entries; the sparse history suggests long stationary periods. Low annual use limits consumable wear but raises the risk of degraded seals, flat-spotted tyres, and corrosion from inactivity. A buyer should physically inspect the suspension linkage and fork seals for weepage after the long storage intervals. Check brake calipers for binding and disc condition, since minimal use can pit surfaces and stiffen pistons. Examine the exhaust system and frame for structural rust, particularly around welds and the subframe. Confirm the 2023 failure cause with DVSA, despite the zero-defect listing. Verify tyre sidewall age and tread, and test ride to assess clutch and gearbox smoothness before purchase.