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G536 RFV

1996 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,470 mi
Last recorded75,470 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FJ120037,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG536 RFV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2020 75,470 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 75,450 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 74,824 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 68,555 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 8 Apr 2017 68,540 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated eye on rear shock (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2015 67,590 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 67,572 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2013 64,414 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 30 Sep 2013 64,414 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 6 Sep 2013 64,195 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 61,107 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear brake dragging slightly.

Pass 18 May 2009 60,495 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 58,330 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 56,262 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 53,056 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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G536 RFV is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G536 RFV, 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 G536 RFV registered?

G536 RFV is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 19 July 1996.

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