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F420 THW

1998 Yamaha FZR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,376 mi
Last recorded55,376 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR40030,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF420 THW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 55,376 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 54,778 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 53,738 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 51,975 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 51,106 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 50,425 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 48,987 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 48,031 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 45,138 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 42,363 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 39,786 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 38,329 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 38,329 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 May 2006 38,035 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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F420 THW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 F420 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 F420 THW registered?

F420 THW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 3 September 1998.

Is F420 THW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F420 THW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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