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R327 HDV

1997 Yamaha SZR660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,013 mi
Last recorded46,013 miles
Recorded on13 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SZR66015,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR327 HDV
MakeYamaha
ModelSZR660
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2023 46,013 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 May 2022 39,147 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2022 39,147 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2021 31,045 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 28,255 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 28,237 miles

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2019 25,001 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 18,685 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 12,668 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 12,648 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 12,190 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 11,602 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 24 May 2011 11,440 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 May 2010 10,732 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 9,489 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 7,534 miles

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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R327 HDV is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha SZR660 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 15,755 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 R327 HDV, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha SZR660 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R327 HDV registered?

R327 HDV is a 1997 Yamaha SZR660, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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