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K583 PAE

1997 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,975 mi
Last recorded49,975 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ120039,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK583 PAE
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2014 49,975 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 49,975 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2013

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 22 Mar 2012 42,520 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 18 Mar 2011 37,774 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 37,774 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 33,538 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 29,613 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 25,433 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 25,415 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Mar 2007 20,457 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 20,421 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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K583 PAE is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K583 PAE, 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 K583 PAE registered?

K583 PAE is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 3 March 1997.

Is K583 PAE safe to buy?

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