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F4 XUP

1988 Yamaha FZR400

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,965 mi
Last recorded28,965 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZR40027,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF4 XUP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 28,965 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 28,511 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 27,384 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 28,373 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 28,361 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 25,186 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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F4 XUP is a 1988 Yamaha FZR400 in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 27,267 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 F4 XUP, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F4 XUP registered?

F4 XUP is a 1988 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F4 XUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F4 XUP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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