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H263 NRF

1996 Yamaha FZR400

Purple Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,276 mi
Last recorded22,276 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR40030,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH263 NRF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 22,276 miles

Limited amount of reserve travel on front brake lever.

Pass 27 Sep 2024 22,264 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 22,005 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 22,005 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure stiff (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 2,141 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 21,924 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 21,534 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 21,530 miles

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

all lights masked off.

Fail 16 Apr 2019 21,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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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H263 NRF is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400 in Purple with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 H263 NRF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H263 NRF?

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What year was H263 NRF registered?

H263 NRF is a 1996 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 15 October 1996.

Is H263 NRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H263 NRF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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