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C181 NGJ

1986 Yamaha Fazer

Blue Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

46,067 mi
Last recorded46,067 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Fazer25,981 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC181 NGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFazer
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 46,067 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 46,013 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 45,932 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 45,932 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 45,335 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 27 Apr 2018 45,335 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 44,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Handlebar slightly bent

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 21 Apr 2017 44,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Handlebar slightly bent

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 44,282 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 44,282 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies foot brake (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 24,528 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 24,528 miles

Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Fail 16 Nov 2013 32,337 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 32,337 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 42,559 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 42,451 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 42,451 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 42,385 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

bolt missing from thermostate

offside nearside foot rest rubbers deteriorating

petrol cap rubber diteriorating

radiator bolts missing

Pass 28 Apr 2007 42,030 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 41,474 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 41,473 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fazer?

Based on 6,079 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 36
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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C181 NGJ is a 1986 Yamaha Fazer in Blue with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha Fazer models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 25,981 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 Fazer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C181 NGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fazer typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Yamaha Fazer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C181 NGJ registered?

C181 NGJ is a 1986 Yamaha Fazer, first registered on 31 December 1986.

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