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F948 RPB

1989 Yamaha Fj

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,668 mi
Last recorded53,668 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Fj43,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF948 RPB
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2013 53,668 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 53,255 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 51,232 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 48,742 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 46,922 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 46,432 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 45,514 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 44,700 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fj?

Based on 1,513 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
845
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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F948 RPB is a 1989 Yamaha Fj in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 43,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F948 RPB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fj typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F948 RPB registered?

F948 RPB is a 1989 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 13 March 1989.

Is F948 RPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F948 RPB shows 8 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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