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E532 NUU

1988 Yamaha FZR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,240 mi
Last recorded22,240 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZR40027,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE532 NUU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 22,240 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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 Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 24 May 2017 22,120 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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 Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 21,846 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 21,846 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 21,384 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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E532 NUU is a 1988 Yamaha FZR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 27,267 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 E532 NUU, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E532 NUU registered?

E532 NUU is a 1988 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E532 NUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E532 NUU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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