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R157 DHW

1997 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,582 mi
Last recorded38,582 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha YZF60027,521 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 DHW
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 38,582 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 38,055 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 38,022 miles

Rear brake light requires adjustment

Pass 13 Aug 2021 36,737 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 36,737 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 34,973 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 34,214 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 33,819 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 33,128 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 33,128 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 31,792 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 31,679 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 31,503 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 30,967 miles

rear tyre close to legal limit

Pass 18 Jul 2011 30,055 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2010 29,115 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Jul 2009 28,197 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 28,197 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 27,125 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 26,263 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 24,520 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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R157 DHW is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 27,521 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R157 DHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R157 DHW registered?

R157 DHW is a 1997 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 18 October 1997.

Is R157 DHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 DHW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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