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F386 THW

1998 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,130 mi
Last recorded53,130 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR40030,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF386 THW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 53,130 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 82,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

horn function tempramental

Pass 21 May 2016 52,898 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 52,785 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 52,783 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 51,432 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 51,426 miles

Front Headlamp missing (1.2.3a)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 46,190 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 46,190 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle deteriorated and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 1 Feb 2008 36,594 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 36,594 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 31,672 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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F386 THW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 F386 THW, 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 F386 THW registered?

F386 THW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 23 July 1998.

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