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D474 JHY

2005 Yamaha FZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,858 mi
Last recorded7,858 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD474 JHY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 7,858 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre cracked and perished

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear tyre cracked and perished

Pass 9 Oct 2024 6,100 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front cracking and perished

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear cracking and perished

engine oil leak

Fail 7 Oct 2024 6,090 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front cracking and perished

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear cracking and perished

engine oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2023 4,649 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2008 4,112 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 4,112 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2006 3,637 miles

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 6 Jul 2006 3,489 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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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D474 JHY is a 2005 Yamaha FZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 D474 JHY, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D474 JHY registered?

D474 JHY is a 2005 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 8 July 2005.

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