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C862 PHG

1996 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,608 mi
Last recorded43,608 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR40030,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC862 PHG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 43,608 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 43,608 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 42,631 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 23 Mar 2007 40,023 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 40,023 miles

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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C862 PHG is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 30,167 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 C862 PHG, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of C862 PHG?

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What year was C862 PHG registered?

C862 PHG is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 11 July 1996.

Is C862 PHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C862 PHG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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