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F226 DDY

1997 Yamaha Unknown

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,408 mi
Last recorded32,408 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Unknown18,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF226 DDY
MakeYamaha
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 32,408 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively on right lock (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

clutch lever slack

exhaust fouling chain

Fail 28 Mar 2026 32,408 miles

Fork yoke in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively on right lock (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

clutch lever slack

exhaust fouling chain

Pass 29 Mar 2025 32,408 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2025 32,408 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 31,706 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 31,673 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Unknown?

Based on 20,218 MOT tests across 8,531 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
257
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
8,531
On UK Roads
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F226 DDY is a 1997 Yamaha Unknown in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 18,225 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Yamaha Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F226 DDY registered?

F226 DDY is a 1997 Yamaha Unknown, first registered on 9 October 1997.

Is F226 DDY safe to buy?

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