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H885 VVG

1991 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,047 mi
Last recorded35,047 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FZR40032,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH885 VVG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 35,047 miles

Surface cracks in rear tyre tread

Fail 13 Jul 2018 35,047 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Surface cracks in rear tyre tread

Fail 27 Apr 2017 35,041 miles

Fuel system component leaking Leak from under tank (7.2.1a)

Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort Rear brake excess travel (3.3.A1c)

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Rear tyre splitting (4.1.2a(ii))

Fuel system component leaking Leak from under tank (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2014 35,021 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 35,021 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 34,929 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

advise chain guard(swingarm)worn

Pass 27 Sep 2012 34,481 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 33,782 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 32,554 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 30,429 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 30,429 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2006 28,119 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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H885 VVG is a 1991 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 32,625 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 H885 VVG, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H885 VVG registered?

H885 VVG is a 1991 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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The MOT history for H885 VVG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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