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E238 NOW

1998 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,599 mi
Last recorded50,599 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2007
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FJ120041,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE238 NOW
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2007 50,599 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 48,866 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 46,797 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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E238 NOW is a 1998 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 41,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E238 NOW, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E238 NOW registered?

E238 NOW is a 1998 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is E238 NOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E238 NOW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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