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YIL 8914

1997 Yamaha Yzf 600 R

Red Other 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,216 mi
Last recorded51,216 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Yzf 600 R29,226 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIL 8914
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf 600 R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 51,216 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 43,468 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 35,424 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 33,740 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 32,725 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 31,039 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 31,002 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 30,865 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf 600 R?

Based on 3,099 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
962
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 84
reflector on motorcycle missing 61
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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YIL 8914 is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf 600 R in Red with a 599cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Yzf 600 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 29,226 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf 600 R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YIL 8914, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf 600 R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Yzf 600 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YIL 8914 registered?

YIL 8914 is a 1997 Yamaha Yzf 600 R, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is YIL 8914 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YIL 8914 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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