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F430 KGO

1997 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2012
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

36,729 mi
Last recorded36,729 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF430 KGO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2012 36,729 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 36,741 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 23 Jul 2011 36,728 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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F430 KGO is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 F430 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 F430 KGO registered?

F430 KGO is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is F430 KGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F430 KGO shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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