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Q708TDS

1997 Yamaha FZR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,832 mi
Last recorded1,832 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR40029,594 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ708TDS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2025 1,832 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 1,711 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 1,655 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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Q708TDS is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 Q708TDS, 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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What year was Q708TDS registered?

Q708TDS is a 1997 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is Q708TDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q708TDS shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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