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P493 CPM

1997 Yamaha XTZ660

Green Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,557 mi
Last recorded21,557 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XTZ66027,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP493 CPM
MakeYamaha
ModelXTZ660
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 21,557 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 21,053 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 19,409 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 19,403 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 19,394 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 19,394 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XTZ660?

Based on 3,411 MOT tests across 415 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,033
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
suspension bush has excessive free play 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
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P493 CPM is a 1997 Yamaha XTZ660 in Green with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XTZ660 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 27,788 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XTZ660 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P493 CPM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XTZ660 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XTZ660 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P493 CPM registered?

P493 CPM is a 1997 Yamaha XTZ660, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P493 CPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P493 CPM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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