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R437 MSA

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Red Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,374 mi
Last recorded7,374 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR437 MSA
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2007 7,374 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 7,212 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 7,212 miles

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2005 5,484 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R437 MSA is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Red with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R437 MSA, 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.

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What year was R437 MSA registered?

R437 MSA is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 23 December 1997.

Is R437 MSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R437 MSA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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