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P338 HCH

1997 Yamaha 600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,169 mi
Last recorded8,169 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha 60023,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP338 HCH
MakeYamaha
Model600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 8,169 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 65,529 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 64,417 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 57,924 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 57,910 miles

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha 600?

Based on 965 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
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P338 HCH is a 1997 Yamaha 600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 23,973 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha 600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P338 HCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P338 HCH registered?

P338 HCH is a 1997 Yamaha 600, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is P338 HCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P338 HCH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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