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R205 MDE

2003 Yamaha FZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,413 mi
Last recorded31,413 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZR40024,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR205 MDE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 31,413 miles

Central Front front tyre slightly perishing

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 31,148 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 31,018 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2022 30,730 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 May 2021 29,829 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 29,312 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2019 29,312 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,291 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 25,866 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 24,437 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 8 Apr 2015 18,913 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2014 10,889 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 4,754 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 23,674 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 23,674 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 23,655 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 23,159 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

oil filter housing is very rusty

Fail 11 Jun 2009 23,159 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

oil filter housing is very rusty

Fail 6 Jun 2008 21,526 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 21,526 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 20,090 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 May 2006 18,997 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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R205 MDE is a 2003 Yamaha FZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 24,418 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 R205 MDE, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R205 MDE registered?

R205 MDE is a 2003 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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