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R114 NJM

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,487 mi
Last recorded13,487 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR114 NJM
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2022 13,487 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 12,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2021 12,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 11,250 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 11,245 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 11,244 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 10,964 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 10,779 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 10,743 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 10,735 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Fail 7 Dec 2005 10,514 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 10,514 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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R114 NJM is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R114 NJM, 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.

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What year was R114 NJM registered?

R114 NJM is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 10 November 1997.

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