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E978 XSW

1998 Yamaha FZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,274 mi
Last recorded28,274 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2007
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR40030,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE978 XSW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2007 28,274 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 28,288 miles

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2006 27,670 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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E978 XSW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 E978 XSW, 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 E978 XSW registered?

E978 XSW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is E978 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E978 XSW shows 3 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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