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P857 KRP

1997 Yamaha FJ1200

Bronze Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,888 mi
Last recorded29,888 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ120039,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP857 KRP
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2011 29,888 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 23,783 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 23,783 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 23,643 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 21,512 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 21,252 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 20,481 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

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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P857 KRP is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200 in Bronze with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 P857 KRP, 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 P857 KRP registered?

P857 KRP is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P857 KRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P857 KRP shows 7 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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