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S513 VTU

1998 Yamaha SZR660

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,496 mi
Last recorded24,496 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SZR66015,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS513 VTU
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 24,496 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 24,261 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 22,048 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 19,700 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 19,696 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 18,361 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 17,928 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 16,742 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 13,075 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 13,075 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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S513 VTU is a 1998 Yamaha SZR660 in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S513 VTU, 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 S513 VTU registered?

S513 VTU is a 1998 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 21 September 1998.

Is S513 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S513 VTU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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