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D278 OUA

1997 Yamaha FZR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD278 OUA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018

Daytime mot only

Fail 27 Mar 2018

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

daytime mot only

Pass 16 Aug 2013 28,567 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 27,352 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 27,352 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 27,342 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 27,342 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 27,297 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 27,297 miles

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 27,279 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 25,089 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 23,818 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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D278 OUA is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 D278 OUA, 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 D278 OUA registered?

D278 OUA is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 27 November 1997.

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The MOT history for D278 OUA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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