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E479 AJC

1998 Yamaha FZR400

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,715 mi
Last recorded65,715 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR40030,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE479 AJC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 65,715 miles

Front Brake component slightly loose brake reservoir (1.1.21 (c))

Fail 13 Nov 2025 65,715 miles

Front Brake component slightly loose brake reservoir (1.1.21 (c))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 59,008 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

advise front brake bottle damaged

advise front brake hoses very long and badley routed

advise headlight masks fitted

Fail 8 Oct 2024 59,008 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

advise front brake bottle damaged

advise front brake hoses very long and badley routed

advise headlight masks fitted

advise rear paddock lifter insecure

Pass 6 Apr 2019 55,251 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2019 55,230 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 48,011 miles

Headlamp beam convertors fitted

Fail 29 Mar 2018 48,011 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp beam convertors fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2017 43,673 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 43,673 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

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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E479 AJC 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 50%.

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 E479 AJC, 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 E479 AJC registered?

E479 AJC is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 23 January 1998.

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