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R970 NOU

2001 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

34,748 mi
Last recorded34,748 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZR40020,310 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR970 NOU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2014 34,748 miles

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

air intake gaskets perishing

horn sounds slightly harsh

passing light not working

Fail 31 Dec 2013 34,744 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

air intake gaskets perishing

horn sounds slightly harsh

passing light not working

Pass 22 Sep 2012 33,026 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 4 Jul 2012 33,091 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 12 May 2011 25,863 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 25,863 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2009 25,423 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 25,423 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 25,161 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 22,959 miles

accident damage to front fairing battery low slight flicker on tail light head lights poor condition

Pass 5 Apr 2006 22,186 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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R970 NOU is a 2001 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 20,310 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 R970 NOU, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R970 NOU registered?

R970 NOU is a 2001 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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