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M400 YAM

1994 Yamaha FZR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,359 mi
Last recorded17,359 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha FZR40032,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM400 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 17,359 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 17,255 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 16,822 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 16,610 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 15,549 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 12,721 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 29 Jul 2011 12,715 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 6,788 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 6,093 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 5,034 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 2,300 miles

Headlamp aim slightly poor.

Pass 10 Jun 2006 2,135 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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M400 YAM is a 1994 Yamaha FZR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 32,319 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M400 YAM, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M400 YAM registered?

M400 YAM is a 1994 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 28 October 1994.

Is M400 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M400 YAM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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