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J991 EUG

1998 Yamaha FZR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,658 mi
Last recorded19,658 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR40030,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ991 EUG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2013 19,658 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 16,630 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 16,612 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

front brake binding slightly

indicator bulbs amber colour fading

Pass 22 Jan 2011 15,582 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 15,577 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 15,577 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 15,409 miles

daylight use only

Fail 26 Apr 2008 15,409 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

daylight use only

Pass 9 Dec 2006 14,823 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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J991 EUG is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 30,697 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 J991 EUG, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J991 EUG registered?

J991 EUG is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 3 June 1998.

Is J991 EUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J991 EUG shows 9 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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