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M770 VYA

1995 Yamaha Fj

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

70,278 mi
Last recorded70,278 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Fj37,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM770 VYA
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 70,278 miles

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

rear tyre has perishing on side wall but not showing ply or cord

Pass 13 May 2017 62,647 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 57,750 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2015 46,751 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 44,112 miles

Noise coming from front sprocket erea, advise attention

x1 Rear light not working

Fail 14 May 2014 44,112 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Noise coming from front sprocket erea, advise attention

x1 Rear light not working

Pass 15 May 2013 41,055 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 41,031 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 40,787 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 40,744 miles

slight play in rear suspension

Fail 10 Apr 2010 40,744 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

slight play in rear suspension

Pass 27 Mar 2009 40,175 miles

rear tyre near wear limit slight warp on rear disc not effecting brake performance

Pass 28 Mar 2008 37,052 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 37,052 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

front brake pads on wear limit

Pass 17 Mar 2007 36,867 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 36,867 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 29 Mar 2006 34,501 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fj?

Based on 1,513 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
845
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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M770 VYA is a 1995 Yamaha Fj in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 37,874 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 Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M770 VYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fj typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 31 years old, this Yamaha Fj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M770 VYA registered?

M770 VYA is a 1995 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 25 April 1995.

Is M770 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M770 VYA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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