MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,036 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
fairing has been removed
front brake may require bleeding or fluid replacement as it is slightly spongy but but not having excessive travel.
fuel tank is rusty but not leaking
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
fairing has been removed
front brake may require bleeding or fluid replacement as it is slightly spongy but but not having excessive travel.
fuel tank is rusty but not leaking
Centre Front Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
front brake is spongy at lever
fuel tank is rusty
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR400?
Based on 5,045 MOT tests across 998 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E185 NOU is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.
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 E185 NOU, 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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E185 NOU is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is E185 NOU safe to buy?
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