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P921 OLF

1997 Yamaha 600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

52,767 mi
Last recorded52,767 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha 60023,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP921 OLF
MakeYamaha
Model600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 52,767 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 51,604 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 51,602 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 5 May 2020 51,602 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 51,093 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 51,081 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 49,430 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 48,418 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 47,758 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 47,027 miles

Centrer stand excessivly corroded

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

Fail 1 Jun 2013 47,021 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Centrer stand excessivly corroded

Rear 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 4 May 2012 45,671 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 45,667 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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P921 OLF is a 1997 Yamaha 600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 23,973 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 600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P921 OLF, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P921 OLF registered?

P921 OLF is a 1997 Yamaha 600, first registered on 7 April 1997.

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