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F696 UHJ

1989 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,352 mi
Last recorded42,352 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2007
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR40034,612 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF696 UHJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2007 42,352 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre perished

Fail 5 May 2006 42,083 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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F696 UHJ is a 1989 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 34,612 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 F696 UHJ, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F696 UHJ registered?

F696 UHJ is a 1989 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F696 UHJ safe to buy?

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