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P62 VGP

1997 Yamaha Fj

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,332 mi
Last recorded49,332 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Fj37,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP62 VGP
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 49,332 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 49,332 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2014 49,289 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 38,819 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 38,507 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 37,700 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 36,878 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 36,561 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 36,561 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2006 35,317 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 24 Jun 2005 33,441 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fj?

Based on 1,513 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
845
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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P62 VGP is a 1997 Yamaha Fj in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 37,784 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 Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P62 VGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fj typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Fj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P62 VGP registered?

P62 VGP is a 1997 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P62 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P62 VGP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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