CarVerify

Free Car Check

R236 GFT

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Red Petrol 659cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,731 mi
Last recorded18,731 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR236 GFT
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 18,731 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 18,729 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 18,725 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 18,725 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 18,725 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 18,650 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 18,169 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 15,500 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 14,175 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 13,807 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 13,023 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 13,022 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 11,683 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 11,042 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
Full Yamaha SZR660 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R236 GFT is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R236 GFT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R236 GFT?

You can check the full history of R236 GFT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R236 GFT registered?

R236 GFT is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R236 GFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R236 GFT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R236 GFT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R236 GFT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.