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N702 CWB

1996 Yamaha FJ1200

Brown Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,952 mi
Last recorded30,952 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FJ120037,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN702 CWB
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1996
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 30,952 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 30,885 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 30,853 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 30,853 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 30,758 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 30,730 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 30,730 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies when the front brake is applied (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 29,711 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 27,352 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 26,704 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2013 26,704 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 24,779 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 21,534 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 May 2010 20,732 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 19,586 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 19,586 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 18,593 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2008 18,593 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 18,067 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 16,969 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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N702 CWB is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200 in Brown with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N702 CWB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N702 CWB registered?

N702 CWB is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N702 CWB safe to buy?

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