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E201 WCL

1997 Yamaha FZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,053 mi
Last recorded23,053 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE201 WCL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2022 23,053 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 22,028 miles

Battery faulty.

Pass 6 Sep 2019 19,659 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 27,970 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 27,970 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 48,029 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 48,011 miles

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

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

rear number plate cracked

Pass 27 Apr 2011 47,960 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 47,931 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 May 2006 47,594 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 47,557 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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 WCL is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 E201 WCL, 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 E201 WCL registered?

E201 WCL is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is E201 WCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E201 WCL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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