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F478 LEO

1996 Yamaha Fz

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,410 mi
Last recorded14,410 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF478 LEO
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2010 14,410 miles

front fork damping action soft

rear shock absorber damping action soft

Fail 5 May 2010 14,410 miles

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fz?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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F478 LEO is a 1996 Yamaha Fz in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fz fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F478 LEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fz typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Fz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F478 LEO registered?

F478 LEO is a 1996 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 10 September 1996.

Is F478 LEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F478 LEO shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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