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E542 OFR

1993 Yamaha FZR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,560 mi
Last recorded35,560 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 1993 Yamaha FZR40032,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE542 OFR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2012 35,560 miles

chain clip worn

n/s footrest slightly loose

Pass 11 Oct 2010 33,875 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 30,326 miles

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Oct 2009 30,326 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 29,448 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

n/s indicators flash fast

rear brake hose too short

silencer mounting poor

Fail 11 Oct 2008 29,448 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

n/s indicators flash fast

rear brake hose too short

Fail 25 Jul 2008 29,438 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 24,345 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 18,424 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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E542 OFR is a 1993 Yamaha FZR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 32,332 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 E542 OFR, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E542 OFR registered?

E542 OFR is a 1993 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 17 November 1993.

Is E542 OFR safe to buy?

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