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F307 KGO

1997 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,323 mi
Last recorded20,323 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF307 KGO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2021 20,323 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear tyre cracking/perishing slightly

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2021 20,323 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear tyre cracking/perishing slightly

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 19,930 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2020 19,930 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

bolt missing from mudguard brake

Pass 27 Jul 2018 19,794 miles

rear brake cable tight

Pass 11 Jul 2017 18,810 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 28,150 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 27,933 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

exhaust end can clamp missing

Fail 27 Mar 2015 27,933 miles

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

exhaust end can clamp missing

Pass 15 Mar 2014 27,391 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 27,391 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 26,412 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 26,412 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 25,392 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 24,581 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 24,573 miles

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

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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F307 KGO is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 29,594 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 F307 KGO, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F307 KGO registered?

F307 KGO is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 19 March 1997.

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