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E106 CVM

1997 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,397 mi
Last recorded43,397 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE106 CVM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 43,397 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 43,350 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 43,350 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 43,307 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 43,101 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 42,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jul 2019 42,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 42,661 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 42,613 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 42,498 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 40,928 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 38,331 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 38,300 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 Apr 2012 38,295 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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E106 CVM is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 E106 CVM, 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 E106 CVM registered?

E106 CVM is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 13 March 1997.

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