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P197 TBJ

1997 Yamaha YZF600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,704 mi
Last recorded88,704 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF60027,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP197 TBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2008 88,704 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 85,915 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 85,915 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 77,173 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 77,173 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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P197 TBJ is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P197 TBJ, 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 P197 TBJ registered?

P197 TBJ is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is P197 TBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P197 TBJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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