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W116 SJH

1999 Yamaha WR400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

10,523 mi
Last recorded10,523 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha WR4002,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW116 SJH
MakeYamaha
ModelWR400
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 10,523 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 10,411 miles

Engine/carb/front sprocket and surrounding area damp with oil and grease

Rear brake fluid reservoir covered with tin foil

Pass 20 Aug 2021 10,251 miles

Engine/carb/front sprocket and surrounding area damp with oil & grease

Pass 11 Oct 2019 10,213 miles

engine damp with oil

front tyre worn

Pass 22 Oct 2018 9,748 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 9,748 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 9,512 miles

front tyre worn

rear tyre worn low on limit

Fail 29 Sep 2017 9,512 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

front tyre worn

rear tyre worn low on limit

Pass 19 Oct 2016 9,381 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 9,109 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 8,495 miles

drive chain worn and slack

front brake pads worn

rear tyre worn

sprockets worn

Pass 4 Oct 2013 7,305 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 6,497 miles

Front tyre worn

Pass 16 Sep 2011 5,695 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 5,670 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 5,077 miles

rear tyre worn low

Pass 9 Oct 2009 4,777 miles

rear tyre worn centre

Pass 26 Sep 2008 3,778 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 3,254 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 1,296 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 1,296 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Fail 29 Aug 2006 1,296 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2005 670 miles

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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W116 SJH is a 1999 Yamaha WR400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 W116 SJH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W116 SJH registered?

W116 SJH is a 1999 Yamaha WR400, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W116 SJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W116 SJH shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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