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P126 LSL

1997 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,109 mi
Last recorded30,109 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF60027,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 LSL
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 30,109 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 28,749 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 28,669 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 28,669 miles

Nearside Handlebar retaining device missing (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 28,288 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 26,543 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 23,857 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 22,036 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 17,881 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P126 LSL is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 P126 LSL, 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 P126 LSL registered?

P126 LSL is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 20 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P126 LSL shows 9 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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