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M494 XTC

2001 Yamaha FJ1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

4,872 mi
Last recorded4,872 miles
Recorded on1 May 2007
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FJ120042,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM494 XTC
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2007 4,872 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 4,868 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2007 4,857 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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M494 XTC is a 2001 Yamaha FJ1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 42,396 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 M494 XTC, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M494 XTC registered?

M494 XTC is a 2001 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is M494 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M494 XTC shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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