MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
6 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear tyre slightly perished.
Small cut on rear tyre
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Slight cut on rear tyre
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?
Based on 24,247 MOT tests across 2,681 vehicles.
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E473 VGT is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 E473 VGT, 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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E473 VGT is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 3 September 1987.
Is E473 VGT safe to buy?
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