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A3 GDY

1997 Yamaha YZF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,745 mi
Last recorded32,745 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF60027,521 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 GDY
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 32,745 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 30,938 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 29,801 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 28,431 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 27,691 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 26,366 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 24,956 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2016 24,196 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 23,528 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 22,498 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 22,023 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 21,668 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 21,560 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 21,560 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 21,496 miles

Rear number plate slightly under size,but pre 2001 bike.

Fail 15 Aug 2007 21,071 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 21,071 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 19,473 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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A3 GDY is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 27,521 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 GDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A3 GDY registered?

A3 GDY is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is A3 GDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 GDY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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