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F118 WRE

1989 Yamaha FZR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,584 mi
Last recorded62,584 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR40034,612 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF118 WRE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 62,584 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 62,524 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 61,739 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 61,380 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 60,812 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 60,812 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 54,930 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 53,457 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 52,084 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 52,084 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 51,034 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 50,974 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 50,709 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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F118 WRE is a 1989 Yamaha FZR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 34,612 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F118 WRE, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F118 WRE registered?

F118 WRE is a 1989 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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The MOT history for F118 WRE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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