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F606 EVG

1998 Yamaha FZR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

42,823 mi
Last recorded42,823 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR40030,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF606 EVG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2008 42,823 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 42,823 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 May 2007 42,718 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 42,718 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 41,536 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

right headlamp aim slightly different to left aim.

wires around back of headlamp should be secured better to stop any chance of obstructing steering movement.

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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F606 EVG is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 F606 EVG, 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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How do I check the history of F606 EVG?

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What year was F606 EVG registered?

F606 EVG is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is F606 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F606 EVG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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