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G473 FVT

1996 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,930 mi
Last recorded44,930 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FJ120037,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG473 FVT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 44,930 miles

rear light 50% working

rear lower shock absorber bush worn

rear tyre worn very low

front and rear brake application

rear brake disc rusty

rear brake leaver bent

Pass 14 Oct 2015 44,691 miles

play in rear shock absorber linkage

rear brake leaver bent but still useable

Pass 16 Oct 2014 44,281 miles

offside fork seal damp

rear suspension soft

Pass 15 Aug 2013 43,737 miles

rear number plate poor

suspension soft

Pass 13 Aug 2012 42,884 miles

rear number plate deteriated slightly

Pass 8 Aug 2011 42,356 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 42,335 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 41,272 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 39,597 miles

chain slack

exhaust slight blow on both cans

play in rear lower shock bush

slight play in rear suspension front link bush

Pass 28 Jun 2008 38,271 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 37,095 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2006 35,699 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?

Based on 24,247 MOT tests across 2,681 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
719
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,681
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 469
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 332
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 300
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 240
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 165
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G473 FVT is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 37,095 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJ1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 469 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G473 FVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJ1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G473 FVT registered?

G473 FVT is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 15 July 1996.

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The MOT history for G473 FVT 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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