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P268 UAG

1997 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,759 mi
Last recorded38,759 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF60027,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP268 UAG
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 38,759 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 May 2015 37,210 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2014 35,208 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 22 May 2014 35,208 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 32,514 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 25,532 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 22,834 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 22,834 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2009 22,822 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 22,822 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 22,611 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 13,718 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 11,870 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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P268 UAG 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 76.9%.

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 P268 UAG, 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 P268 UAG registered?

P268 UAG is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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