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E892 NUW

1997 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

78,158 mi
Last recorded78,158 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ120039,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE892 NUW
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 78,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 78,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 77,936 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 77,489 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 76,816 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 75,519 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 74,596 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Oct 2013 74,589 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 73,920 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 71,988 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 71,988 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 69,967 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2010 69,967 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2009 58,155 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 58,155 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 56,041 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 56,041 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 55,771 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 54,636 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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E892 NUW is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 39,998 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 E892 NUW, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E892 NUW registered?

E892 NUW is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 17 July 1997.

Is E892 NUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E892 NUW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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