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P223 TFM

1997 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,510 mi
Last recorded14,510 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF60027,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP223 TFM
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 14,510 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 13,591 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 12,533 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 8,935 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 5,336 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 5,261 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 5,233 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 5,044 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 4,898 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 4,801 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 4,696 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 4,145 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 2,855 miles

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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P223 TFM is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P223 TFM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P223 TFM registered?

P223 TFM is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 2 June 1997.

Is P223 TFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P223 TFM shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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