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R624 MTL

1998 Yamaha FZR400

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

20,210 mi
Last recorded20,210 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR40030,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR624 MTL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 20,210 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 5 Jul 2025 20,201 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 20,039 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 19,689 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 19,689 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 19,379 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 18,890 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Rear Tyre Perished

Pass 24 Apr 2018 18,639 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 18,493 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 17,964 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 17,964 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 17,190 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 16,785 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 16,289 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 15,992 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 13,980 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 13,228 miles

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 19 May 2007 11,982 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 11,945 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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R624 MTL is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400 in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 R624 MTL, 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 R624 MTL registered?

R624 MTL is a 1998 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R624 MTL safe to buy?

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