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A99 UYM

1984 Yamaha Fj

White Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

10,645 mi
Last recorded10,645 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 1984 Yamaha Fj39,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA99 UYM
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2015 10,645 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 10,645 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 9,787 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 9,787 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 8,549 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2012 8,545 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 7,264 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 7,264 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 6,373 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 6,373 miles

Centre Front Upper Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 5,547 miles

off side anti dive valve brocken

Pass 24 Oct 2007 5,405 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2007 5,396 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fj?

Based on 1,513 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
845
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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A99 UYM is a 1984 Yamaha Fj in White with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 39,172 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 Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A99 UYM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fj typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A99 UYM registered?

A99 UYM is a 1984 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 11 April 1984.

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