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P221 EBW

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,131 mi
Last recorded20,131 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 EBW
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 20,131 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 19,771 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 19,771 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 19,453 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 19,439 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2016 18,806 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 18,806 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 18,197 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 17,793 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 17,793 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 17,282 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

head lamp taped

Fail 17 Oct 2009 17,265 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Fail 18 Oct 2008 15,211 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

taped head lamp advise new head lamp (uk)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 15,211 miles

taped head lamp advise new head lamp (uk)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 11,856 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 7,418 miles

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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P221 EBW is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P221 EBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P221 EBW registered?

P221 EBW is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 5 March 1997.

Is P221 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P221 EBW shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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