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C224 SPM

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,874 mi
Last recorded95,874 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC224 SPM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2011 95,874 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 94,129 miles

nearside mirror cracked

Fail 4 Aug 2010 94,103 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

nearside mirror cracked

Pass 24 Mar 2009 90,698 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 89,551 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 88,029 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 84,732 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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C224 SPM is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 C224 SPM, 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 C224 SPM registered?

C224 SPM is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 24 April 1986.

Is C224 SPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C224 SPM 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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