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G998 MUJ

1997 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,005 mi
Last recorded35,005 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG998 MUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2010 35,005 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2010 35,005 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 33,466 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 326,669 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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G998 MUJ is a 1997 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 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 G998 MUJ, 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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How do I check the history of G998 MUJ?

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What year was G998 MUJ registered?

G998 MUJ is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is G998 MUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G998 MUJ 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.

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