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R251 EFC

1998 Yamaha SZR660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,600 mi
Last recorded30,600 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SZR66015,969 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 EFC
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2011 30,600 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 27,805 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
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R251 EFC is a 1998 Yamaha SZR660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R251 EFC, 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 R251 EFC registered?

R251 EFC is a 1998 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R251 EFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 EFC shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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