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R544 BOT

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,730 mi
Last recorded21,730 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR544 BOT
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2010 21,730 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 20,157 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2007 19,294 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 19,294 miles

Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Number plate in poor condition.

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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R544 BOT is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Blue with a 659cc 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 R544 BOT, 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 R544 BOT registered?

R544 BOT is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R544 BOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R544 BOT 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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