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R162 YDC

1998 Yamaha SZR660

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,580 mi
Last recorded20,580 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SZR66015,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR162 YDC
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 20,580 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 20,135 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 19,505 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 18,981 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear number plate deteriorated, but not likely to be misread

Fail 23 Sep 2014 18,981 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 18,652 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 18,632 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 15,187 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Aug 2006 15,186 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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R162 YDC is a 1998 Yamaha SZR660 in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha SZR660 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 15,969 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 R162 YDC, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha SZR660 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R162 YDC registered?

R162 YDC is a 1998 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 26 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R162 YDC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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