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R152 NSP

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,830 mi
Last recorded12,830 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR152 NSP
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2014 12,830 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

no plate cracked

Pass 8 Oct 2014 12,830 miles

no plate cracked

Pass 4 Apr 2011 12,775 miles

coolant leak

Pass 16 Jul 2009 12,651 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 11,724 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 11,080 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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R152 NSP is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R152 NSP, 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 R152 NSP registered?

R152 NSP is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R152 NSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R152 NSP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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