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G79 BGS

1999 Yamaha FZR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,471 mi
Last recorded27,471 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 1999 Yamaha FZR40028,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG79 BGS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 27,471 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 27,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 27,047 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 26,922 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 26,922 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 26,598 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 25,799 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 25,768 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 25,643 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 24,652 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 23,547 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 23,163 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 17,524 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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G79 BGS is a 1999 Yamaha FZR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 28,530 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 G79 BGS, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G79 BGS registered?

G79 BGS is a 1999 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 20 September 1999.

Is G79 BGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G79 BGS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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