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N997 UAV

1996 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

89,188 mi
Last recorded89,188 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FJ120037,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN997 UAV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 89,188 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

rear offside tail light bulb not working.

Fail 3 Jul 2023 89,188 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

rear carrier mount insecure

rear offside tail light bulb not working.

Pass 1 Jul 2022 83,701 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 76,708 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 76,079 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 75,661 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 75,394 miles

Front tyre has a hair line crack in the wall.

Pass 24 Jun 2017 74,561 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 74,427 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 74,286 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 73,994 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 73,889 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 73,724 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 73,395 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 73,395 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 72,391 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 72,371 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 72,175 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 67,665 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 63,798 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 63,792 miles

Offside Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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N997 UAV is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 N997 UAV, 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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N997 UAV is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 March 1996.

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The MOT history for N997 UAV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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