MOT Status
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38,977 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Fj?
Based on 1,513 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PMB 494B is a 1986 Yamaha Fj in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.
Across all 1986 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 36,324 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 PMB 494B, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was PMB 494B registered?
PMB 494B is a 1986 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 31 December 1986.
Is PMB 494B safe to buy?
The MOT history for PMB 494B shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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