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F294 UVX

1996 Yamaha FZR400

Orange Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,237 mi
Last recorded7,237 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR40030,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF294 UVX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2013 7,237 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 25 Jun 2013 7,229 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Oil leak

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

When front suspension is fully unloaded it pulls on the speedo cable and clock set

Pass 19 Jun 2012 31,935 miles

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

no lights fitted to machine, machine not to be used at time of poor visibility or light .

Pass 22 Mar 2010 24,564 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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F294 UVX is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400 in Orange with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 30,167 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 F294 UVX, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F294 UVX registered?

F294 UVX is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is F294 UVX safe to buy?

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