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P193 TBM

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP193 TBM
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2023

Rear light masked for retest

Steering headbearing has slight free play Yoke nut loose, tightened now. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2023

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear light masked for retest

Steering headbearing has slight free play Yoke nut loose, tightened now. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 17,542 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 17,542 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 17,508 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 17,431 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 17,346 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 17,343 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 15,134 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 15,065 miles

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 13,303 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 10,757 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 9,189 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 9,184 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

gear selector links have excess play

How Reliable is the Yamaha SZR660?

Based on 1,525 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
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P193 TBM is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha SZR660 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 15,755 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha SZR660 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P193 TBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha SZR660 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha SZR660 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P193 TBM registered?

P193 TBM is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 19 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P193 TBM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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