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D970 VGM

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,658 mi
Last recorded55,658 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2007
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD970 VGM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2007 55,658 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 11 Sep 2007 55,658 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 51,082 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 46,394 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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D970 VGM is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 46,125 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 D970 VGM, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D970 VGM registered?

D970 VGM is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 12 September 1986.

Is D970 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D970 VGM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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