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M479 XER

1995 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,605 mi
Last recorded24,605 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2019
Typical for 1995 Yamaha FJ120038,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM479 XER
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2019 24,605 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 24,447 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 24,447 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2006 21,474 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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M479 XER is a 1995 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M479 XER, 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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What year was M479 XER registered?

M479 XER is a 1995 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 13 November 1995.

Is M479 XER safe to buy?

The MOT history for M479 XER shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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