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P201 MKM

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,365 mi
Last recorded22,365 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP201 MKM
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 22,365 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 22,354 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 22,112 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 21,591 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 21,422 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 18,826 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 18,059 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 18,036 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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P201 MKM is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P201 MKM, 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 P201 MKM registered?

P201 MKM is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P201 MKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P201 MKM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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