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R239 JGU

1998 Yamaha Fj

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

57,128 mi
Last recorded57,128 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 JGU
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 57,128 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear rear shock spring has light corrosion but not to excess

Pass 30 May 2019 55,628 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2015 54,760 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2014 52,430 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 49,025 miles

head lamp beam patern masked

Fail 29 Jun 2013 49,025 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 44,867 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 44,862 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 40,124 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 40,123 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2010 32,253 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 26,512 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 26,072 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 24,537 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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R239 JGU is a 1998 Yamaha Fj in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R239 JGU, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Fj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R239 JGU registered?

R239 JGU is a 1998 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R239 JGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 JGU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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