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N285 PPB

1995 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,905 mi
Last recorded74,905 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1995 Yamaha FJ120038,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN285 PPB
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 74,905 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 73,847 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 72,982 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 72,127 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 71,341 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 70,156 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 68,690 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 67,571 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 66,827 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2014 66,814 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2012 65,751 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 65,751 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 63,623 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 62,106 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2009 58,354 miles

Rear carridge rack broken

Fail 15 Sep 2009 58,354 miles

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear carridge rack broken

Fail 15 Sep 2008 54,682 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 54,682 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 50,999 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 48,163 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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N285 PPB is a 1995 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N285 PPB, 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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N285 PPB is a 1995 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 23 September 1995.

Is N285 PPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N285 PPB shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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