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P166 RUB

1996 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

10,466 mi
Last recorded10,466 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FJ120037,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP166 RUB
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 10,466 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 10,320 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 9,349 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 9,333 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 9,196 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 9,185 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 7,921 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2018 7,921 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 7,500 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 6,910 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 4,662 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 4,487 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 4,320 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 4,123 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 3,743 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 3,090 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 2,038 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 807 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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P166 RUB is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P166 RUB, 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 P166 RUB registered?

P166 RUB is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P166 RUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P166 RUB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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