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D973 RDT

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,718 mi
Last recorded50,718 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2007
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD973 RDT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2007 50,718 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 50,483 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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D973 RDT is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 D973 RDT, 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 D973 RDT registered?

D973 RDT is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 28 April 1987.

Is D973 RDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D973 RDT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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