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P653 PGT

1996 Yamaha 600

Maroon Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,465 mi
Last recorded16,465 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha 60029,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP653 PGT
MakeYamaha
Model600
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 16,465 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 16,187 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 15,813 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 14,417 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 14,417 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 13,743 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 13,606 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 13,505 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 13,391 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 12,464 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 12,439 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 12,431 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 12,428 miles

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 11,659 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 8,848 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha 600?

Based on 965 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
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P653 PGT is a 1996 Yamaha 600 in Maroon with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 29,691 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha 600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P653 PGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P653 PGT registered?

P653 PGT is a 1996 Yamaha 600, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is P653 PGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P653 PGT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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