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H266 AGF

1997 Yamaha Fj

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,683 mi
Last recorded4,683 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Fj37,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH266 AGF
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2018 4,683 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 2,939 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 2,939 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 99,390 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 98,503 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 98,502 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 92,274 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 92,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 May 2006 85,785 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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H266 AGF is a 1997 Yamaha Fj in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 37,784 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 Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H266 AGF, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Fj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H266 AGF registered?

H266 AGF is a 1997 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is H266 AGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H266 AGF shows 9 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.

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