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E471 NOU

1998 Yamaha Fzr

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,285 mi
Last recorded22,285 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2009
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Fzr23,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE471 NOU
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2009 22,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 22,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 21,228 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 21,228 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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E471 NOU is a 1998 Yamaha Fzr in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 23,842 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 Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E471 NOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E471 NOU registered?

E471 NOU is a 1998 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is E471 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E471 NOU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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