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D631 NCL

1996 Yamaha FZR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,478 mi
Last recorded44,478 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR40030,167 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD631 NCL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 44,478 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 43,699 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 42,466 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 42,395 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 42,094 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 42,094 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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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D631 NCL is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D631 NCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D631 NCL?

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What year was D631 NCL registered?

D631 NCL is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 20 June 1996.

Is D631 NCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D631 NCL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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