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S197 NDN

1999 Yamaha WR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Yamaha WR4002,689 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS197 NDN
MakeYamaha
ModelWR400
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2015

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Oct 2014

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

no indictors fitted

rear suspension bushes need greasing

Fail 28 Sep 2013

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

lights covered

Pass 28 Sep 2013

lights covered

Pass 23 May 2010

headlamp lense cracked

Fail 18 May 2010

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

headlamp lense cracked

Pass 30 May 2009

speedo not fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2007 7,029 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

only used during daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility.

How Reliable is the Yamaha WR400?

Based on 1,812 MOT tests across 278 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
278
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 54
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
Tyre is unsuitable 40
wheel bearings have excessive free play 26
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S197 NDN is a 1999 Yamaha WR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha WR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 2,689 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 WR400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S197 NDN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha WR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha WR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S197 NDN registered?

S197 NDN is a 1999 Yamaha WR400, first registered on 22 January 1999.

Is S197 NDN safe to buy?

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