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N617 WPF

1997 Yamaha FJ1200

Multi-colour Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

34,933 mi
Last recorded34,933 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ120039,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN617 WPF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 34,933 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 34,766 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 34,070 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 31,334 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2015 29,884 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 27,578 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 27,032 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 27,032 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 May 2012 23,277 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 23,277 miles

Centre Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 20,213 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 13,054 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 13,054 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 4,538 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 1,303 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 925 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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N617 WPF is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200 in Multi-colour with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N617 WPF, 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 N617 WPF registered?

N617 WPF is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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