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D517 XAR

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,875 mi
Last recorded45,875 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD517 XAR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 45,875 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play up/down (2.4.A2a(i))

chain guard missing

Fail 2 Jun 2016 45,875 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride spindle locking bolt loose (6.2.1h)

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play up/down (2.4.A2a(i))

chain guard missing

Pass 7 Jan 2015 44,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Nov 2013 43,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 43,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 42,326 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 41,453 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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D517 XAR is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 47,577 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 D517 XAR, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D517 XAR registered?

D517 XAR is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D517 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D517 XAR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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