CarVerify

Free Car Check

F457 KGP

1998 Yamaha FJ1200

Silver Petrol 1188cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,112 mi
Last recorded68,112 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2009
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FJ120041,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF457 KGP
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2009 68,112 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

headlamp mask fitted

Fail 6 Mar 2007 66,130 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 66,130 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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
Full Yamaha FJ1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F457 KGP is a 1998 Yamaha FJ1200 in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 F457 KGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F457 KGP?

You can check the full history of F457 KGP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F457 KGP registered?

F457 KGP is a 1998 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 6 July 1998.

Is F457 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F457 KGP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F457 KGP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F457 KGP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.