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R398 DNE

1998 Yamaha Fzr

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,866 mi
Last recorded8,866 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Fzr23,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR398 DNE
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 8,866 miles

Headlamp dip masked for test

Offside Headlamp light intensity reduced dip beam not working (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 15 Aug 2025 8,866 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp dip masked for test

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Headlamp dips to off side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity reduced dip beam not working (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2012 8,722 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 8,613 miles

One beam not working on r/h headlight.

Pass 10 Apr 2007 8,372 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 7,859 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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R398 DNE is a 1998 Yamaha Fzr in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 23,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R398 DNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R398 DNE registered?

R398 DNE is a 1998 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R398 DNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R398 DNE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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