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P637 APL

1996 Yamaha SZR660

White Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,515 mi
Last recorded18,515 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha SZR66014,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP637 APL
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 18,515 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 May 2019 18,484 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

SLIGHT BIND TO FRONT WHEEL

Pass 30 Jul 2014 18,387 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 18,301 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2012 18,301 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake Discs fitted with the direction arrow going in the wrong direction.

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 17,033 miles

slight smell of fuel but no visible leak

Fail 29 Sep 2006 17,001 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6) DANGEROUS

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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P637 APL is a 1996 Yamaha SZR660 in White with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha SZR660 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 14,580 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 SZR660 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P637 APL, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha SZR660 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P637 APL registered?

P637 APL is a 1996 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 16 August 1996.

Is P637 APL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P637 APL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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