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R281 AMV

1997 Yamaha TT600RE

Red Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,715 mi
Last recorded29,715 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 AMV
MakeYamaha
ModelTT600RE
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2025 29,715 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 27,698 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied Broken (1.1.2 (d))

Gear-lever loose

Pass 14 Jul 2022 26,631 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 25,954 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 25,057 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 24,703 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 23,863 miles

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

Rear no plate is faded

cuts in rear tyre tread

light switches are taped up

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Feb 2013 21,953 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 21,112 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TT600RE?

Based on 2,645 MOT tests across 292 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
488
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
292
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Horn not working 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
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R281 AMV is a 1997 Yamaha TT600RE in Red with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Yamaha TT600RE fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R281 AMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TT600RE typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha TT600RE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R281 AMV registered?

R281 AMV is a 1997 Yamaha TT600RE, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R281 AMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R281 AMV shows 9 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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