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P733 VGN

1997 Yamaha 600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

2,681 mi
Last recorded2,681 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Yamaha 60023,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP733 VGN
MakeYamaha
Model600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2011 2,681 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 2,681 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 1,862 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 1,862 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 968 miles

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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P733 VGN is a 1997 Yamaha 600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P733 VGN, 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 P733 VGN registered?

P733 VGN is a 1997 Yamaha 600, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is P733 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P733 VGN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P733 VGN have outstanding finance?

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