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N218 XTF

1996 Yamaha FJ1200

Brown Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,171 mi
Last recorded27,171 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FJ120037,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN218 XTF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1996
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2016 27,171 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 26,666 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 25,588 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 25,046 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 23,734 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 22,681 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 22,420 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 22,420 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 21,540 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 18,181 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 18,181 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 17,060 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 17,046 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 13,721 miles

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

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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N218 XTF is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200 in Brown with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N218 XTF, 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 N218 XTF registered?

N218 XTF is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 15 March 1996.

Is N218 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N218 XTF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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