MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,704 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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)
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.
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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?
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