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F791 NBR

1997 Yamaha FZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,967 mi
Last recorded54,967 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF791 NBR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2020 54,967 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 54,966 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 54,966 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2013 54,443 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2007 54,397 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 54,397 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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F791 NBR is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F791 NBR, 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 F791 NBR registered?

F791 NBR is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is F791 NBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F791 NBR 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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