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R215 XKU

1998 Yamaha SZR660

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,015 mi
Last recorded16,015 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SZR66015,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR215 XKU
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 16,015 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 14,274 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 13,245 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 12,611 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2016 11,820 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 10,915 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 10,007 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 7,522 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2013 7,519 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 7,002 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2012 7,002 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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R215 XKU is a 1998 Yamaha SZR660 in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R215 XKU, 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 R215 XKU registered?

R215 XKU is a 1998 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R215 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R215 XKU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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