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P603 DPB

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,707 mi
Last recorded18,707 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP603 DPB
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 18,707 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 18,688 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 18,630 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 18,614 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,704 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 17,690 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 17,651 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 17,633 miles
Pass 9 May 2013
Fail 9 May 2013

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2012 17,633 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 17,525 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 Mar 2010 16,534 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 16,534 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 15,482 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2007 14,926 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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P603 DPB is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P603 DPB, 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

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What year was P603 DPB registered?

P603 DPB is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 27 January 1997.

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The MOT history for P603 DPB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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