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P543 XCW

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,710 mi
Last recorded20,710 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP543 XCW
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2024 20,710 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 20,529 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 20,447 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 20,265 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 20,248 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 20,218 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 20,215 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 20,184 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 20,106 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 20,081 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 20,002 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 19,984 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 19,845 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 19,682 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 19,353 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 19,021 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 18,551 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 18,150 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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P543 XCW is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P543 XCW, 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

How do I check the history of P543 XCW?

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What year was P543 XCW registered?

P543 XCW is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P543 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P543 XCW shows 18 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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