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R374 UWF

1998 Yamaha SZR660

Blue Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

38,090 mi
Last recorded38,090 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SZR66015,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR374 UWF
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2020 38,090 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 37,200 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear brake pedal bent but does not effect operation of brake

Pass 15 Jun 2016 34,908 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 34,902 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 32,747 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 29,379 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 26,651 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 27 Feb 2013 26,608 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 23,418 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 12 Mar 2012 23,371 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 22,954 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 21,904 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 19,749 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 May 2006 19,078 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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R374 UWF is a 1998 Yamaha SZR660 in Blue with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R374 UWF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R374 UWF registered?

R374 UWF is a 1998 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 2 February 1998.

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