Yamaha YZF 600R

Silver and Yellow · Petrol · 1996 · 600 cc

P97 LJBMOT history

P97 LJB is a silver and yellow petrol Yamaha YZF 600R first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 44,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Aug 2026
Mileage
44,609 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P97 LJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
YZF 600R
Colour
Silver and Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
600 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P97 LJB was last recorded at 44,609 miles on 29 Aug 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,607 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 44,609 miles
  • 2024 – 42,144 miles
  • 2023 – 39,970 miles
  • 2022 – 37,088 miles
  • 2021 – 33,923 miles
  • 2020 – 29,780 miles
  • 2019 – 27,394 miles
  • 2018 – 25,119 miles
  • 2017 – 23,195 miles
  • 2016 – 20,184 miles
  • 2015 – 17,393 miles
  • 2014 – 15,844 miles
  • 2013 – 15,301 miles
  • 2012 – 11,159 miles
  • 2011 – 10,719 miles
  • 2010 – 9,855 miles
  • 2009 – 8,283 miles
  • 2008 – 6,875 miles
  • 2007 – 5,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,609 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Rear reflector on motorcycle missing

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,609 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    44,609 miles
    Test number
    463591194583
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail44,607 miles (+2,463)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,607 miles
    Test number
    928135174305
    • DangerousRear Brake disc fractured cracked (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDrive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluid on minimum level
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  3. Pass42,144 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    42,144 miles
    Test number
    628283743089
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail42,143 miles (+2,173)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,143 miles
    Test number
    892086897520
    • MajorRear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass39,970 miles (+2,882)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    39,970 miles
    Test number
    760301878833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,088 miles (+3,165)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    37,088 miles
    Test number
    612775835776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass33,923 miles (+4,143)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    33,923 miles
    Test number
    344463577061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass29,780 miles (+2,386)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    29,780 miles
    Test number
    944160414896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass27,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    27,394 miles
    Test number
    916433838504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail27,394 miles (+2,275)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,394 miles
    Test number
    766541318492
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass25,119 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    25,119 miles
    Test number
    577312018444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,195 miles (+3,011)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    23,195 miles
    Test number
    962595996275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,184 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    20,184 miles
    Test number
    346767516535
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low to 1.1mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear swinging arm

  14. Fail20,184 miles (+2,791)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,184 miles
    Test number
    492390980585
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low to 1.1mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear swinging arm

  15. Pass17,393 miles (+1,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    17,393 miles
    Test number
    787646195180
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

  16. Pass15,844 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    15,844 miles
    Test number
    415902734278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail15,815 miles (+514)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,815 miles
    Test number
    358288294102
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  18. Pass15,301 miles (+4,142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    15,301 miles
    Test number
    717793213202
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Pass11,159 miles (+440)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    11,159 miles
    Test number
    646949372105
    • NoteFront brakes binding slightly

  20. Pass10,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    10,719 miles
    Test number
    357801961138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail10,719 miles (+864)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,719 miles
    Test number
    885391261117
    • DangerousFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • DangerousHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

  22. Pass9,855 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    9,855 miles
    Test number
    234407360182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail9,845 miles (+1,562)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,845 miles
    Test number
    543072760107
    • DangerousFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

  24. Fail8,283 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,283 miles
    Test number
    172581249115
    • Repaired at testExhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

  25. Pass8,283 miles (+1,408)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    8,283 miles
    Test number
    722381849165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass6,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    6,875 miles
    Test number
    243959408138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail6,874 miles (+1,531)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,874 miles
    Test number
    350819608172
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

  28. Fail5,343 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,343 miles
    Test number
    463219507133
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

  29. Pass5,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    5,343 miles
    Test number
    744119907172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P97 LJB

Does P97 LJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P97 LJB expired on 28 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P97 LJB?
The MOT on P97 LJB expired on 28 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P97 LJB done?
P97 LJB was recorded at 44,609 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2025, an average of 2,138 miles a year.
Has P97 LJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P97 LJB has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on P97 LJB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P97 LJB find?
P97 LJB passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust noisy; front brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake.

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