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C714 JAT

1997 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,950 mi
Last recorded32,950 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC714 JAT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2010 32,950 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 31,569 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 15 Aug 2009 31,569 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 24 May 2008 31,370 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 30,428 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 30,428 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

r/h foot rest rubber loose

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR400?

Based on 5,045 MOT tests across 998 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
530
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 209
reflector on motorcycle missing 143
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 106
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 61
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C714 JAT is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 29,594 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 FZR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 209 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C714 JAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C714 JAT registered?

C714 JAT is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is C714 JAT safe to buy?

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