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F839 KGK

1996 Yamaha FZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,868 mi
Last recorded38,868 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR40030,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF839 KGK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 38,868 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 36,623 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 35,038 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 34,018 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 33,586 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2013 32,332 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 32,332 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 30,685 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 30,685 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2010 30,681 miles

Centre Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 30,681 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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F839 KGK is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 F839 KGK, 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 F839 KGK registered?

F839 KGK is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 31 May 1996.

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The MOT history for F839 KGK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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