MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
44,733 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake disc worn, but not excessively SLIGHT DIRECTIONAL MOVEMENT IN FRONT BRAKE DISK BOBBINS (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive DRIVE CHAIN AND SPROCKETS WORN (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (verified by road test) (3.3.E1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?
Based on 24,247 MOT tests across 2,681 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M985 VCH is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 M985 VCH, 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 M985 VCH registered?
M985 VCH is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 July 1997.
Is M985 VCH safe to buy?
The MOT history for M985 VCH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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