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K929 BJA

1997 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,604 mi
Last recorded29,604 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ120039,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK929 BJA
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2015 29,604 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 27,261 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 27,261 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 25,240 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 23,812 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 23,812 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 22,056 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 20,469 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 18,781 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 12,379 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 8,024 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 6,972 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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K929 BJA is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K929 BJA, 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 K929 BJA registered?

K929 BJA is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 18 August 1997.

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