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R213 MFA

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,537 mi
Last recorded23,537 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR213 MFA
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2014 23,537 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 22,620 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 22,255 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 21,062 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2009 17,908 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 17,233 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 17,065 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 16,052 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 16,052 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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R213 MFA is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R213 MFA, 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 R213 MFA registered?

R213 MFA is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R213 MFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R213 MFA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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