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F578 GUM

1996 Yamaha FZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2009
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

44,328 mi
Last recorded44,328 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR40030,167 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF578 GUM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2008 44,328 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 44,327 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 May 2008 44,311 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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F578 GUM is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 30,167 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 F578 GUM, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F578 GUM registered?

F578 GUM is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 6 March 1996.

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The MOT history for F578 GUM 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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