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FKZ 8946

1996 Yamaha Fj

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

39,139 mi
Last recorded39,139 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKZ 8946
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 39,139 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 38,933 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 28 May 2014 38,933 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 30 May 2013 35,942 miles

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

Oil leak

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2012 34,834 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 34,834 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 34,369 miles

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

front lower fairing broken

Pass 30 Jul 2010 34,365 miles

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

clutch not clearing correctly

front lower fairing cracked

Fail 30 Jul 2010 34,364 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

clutch not clearing correctly

front lower fairing cracked

Pass 27 Feb 2009 34,168 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 34,153 miles

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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FKZ 8946 is a 1996 Yamaha Fj in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FKZ 8946, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Fj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FKZ 8946 registered?

FKZ 8946 is a 1996 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 7 October 1996.

Is FKZ 8946 safe to buy?

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