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E850 AAW

1998 Yamaha FZR400

Purple Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,481 mi
Last recorded37,481 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR40030,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE850 AAW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2011 37,481 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Chain guard missing

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 36,599 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 36,580 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 36,111 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 36,110 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 May 2008 34,178 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 31,068 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2005 30,775 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2005 30,775 miles

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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E850 AAW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400 in Purple with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E850 AAW, 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 E850 AAW registered?

E850 AAW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 8 September 1998.

Is E850 AAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E850 AAW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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