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G646 XWS

1997 Yamaha FZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,863 mi
Last recorded71,863 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG646 XWS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2012 71,863 miles

indicators + mirrors missing

Pass 8 Nov 2010 71,808 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 71,808 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2008 70,313 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 69,421 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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G646 XWS is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G646 XWS, 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 G646 XWS registered?

G646 XWS is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is G646 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G646 XWS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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