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N901 VPJ

1996 Yamaha FJ1200

Brown Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,828 mi
Last recorded14,828 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FJ120037,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN901 VPJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1996
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2022 14,828 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 14,734 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 14,734 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 13,897 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 123,429 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 11,373 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 8,868 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 8,028 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 7,514 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 7,272 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 6,715 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 6,442 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 6,291 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 5,956 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 5,754 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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N901 VPJ is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200 in Brown with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N901 VPJ, 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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How do I check the history of N901 VPJ?

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What year was N901 VPJ registered?

N901 VPJ is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is N901 VPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N901 VPJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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