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G454 VWD

1996 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,725 mi
Last recorded31,725 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR40030,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG454 VWD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2008 31,725 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 31,725 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 23,389 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 22,571 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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G454 VWD is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G454 VWD, 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 G454 VWD registered?

G454 VWD is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 10 September 1996.

Is G454 VWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G454 VWD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G454 VWD have outstanding finance?

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