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C209 SEG

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

Grey Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

34,032 mi
Last recorded34,032 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC209 SEG
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2020 34,032 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 33,032 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 31,317 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded general (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 30,631 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2016 30,631 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 30,357 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

front tyre, sidewalls slightly perished

rear brake disc slightly corroded

recommend lubricate drive chain

Fail 17 Sep 2014 30,357 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

front tyre, sidewalls slightly perished

rear brake disc slightly corroded

recommend lubricate drive chain

Pass 1 Aug 2013 30,036 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

battery in low state of charge

Fail 1 Aug 2013 30,036 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

battery in low state of charge

Fail 3 Jul 2012 29,250 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2012 29,250 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2011 28,469 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 28,467 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 47,362 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 46,108 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 46,108 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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C209 SEG is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in Grey with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 46,125 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 FJ1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 469 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C209 SEG, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C209 SEG registered?

C209 SEG is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 23 July 1986.

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