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E201 NOW

1998 Yamaha FZR400

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,136 mi
Last recorded8,136 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR40030,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE201 NOW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 8,136 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 7,868 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 40,137 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 38,836 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 May 2012 38,836 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 35,987 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 35,808 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 29,137 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 9 Mar 2009 28,352 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front fairings have been removed

Pass 9 Mar 2009 28,352 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front fairings have been removed

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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E201 NOW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400 in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 30,697 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 E201 NOW, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E201 NOW registered?

E201 NOW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is E201 NOW safe to buy?

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