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G724 WKJ

1997 Yamaha FZR400

Purple Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,067 mi
Last recorded44,067 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2008
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG724 WKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Mar 2008 44,067 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar cracked (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 25,412 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2005 3,257 miles

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

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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G724 WKJ is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in Purple with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 G724 WKJ, 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 G724 WKJ registered?

G724 WKJ is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 18 April 1997.

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