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X498 NWX

2001 Yamaha SZR660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,189 mi
Last recorded9,189 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX498 NWX
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 9,189 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,130 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 8,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2011 8,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 8,465 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 8,465 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 7,649 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 7,536 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 7,536 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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X498 NWX is a 2001 Yamaha SZR660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X498 NWX, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha SZR660 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X498 NWX registered?

X498 NWX is a 2001 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 17 January 2001.

Is X498 NWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X498 NWX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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