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M374 VHE

1995 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

52,514 mi
Last recorded52,514 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2013
Typical for 1995 Yamaha FJ120038,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM374 VHE
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2013 52,514 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 52,514 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2011 51,607 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

clutch cylinder leaking fluid

gear lever pivots slightly worn

rear brake pedal operation felt slightly spongy,but not enough to warrant a fail

rear brake torque arm has no locknuts or split pins fitted but remains secure

Fail 2 Apr 2011 51,602 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

clutch cylinder leaking fluid

gear lever pivots slightly worn

rear brake pedal operation felt slightly spongy,but not enough to warrant a fail

rear brake torque arm has no locknuts or split pins fitted but remains secure

Pass 26 Sep 2009 91,088 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 47,897 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 18 Mar 2008 47,896 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 43,466 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 43,461 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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M374 VHE is a 1995 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 38,624 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 M374 VHE, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M374 VHE is a 1995 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 April 1995.

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