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C450 HKN

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

Yellow Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,903 mi
Last recorded22,903 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC450 HKN
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 22,903 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 22,054 miles

Offside Rear multiple source position lamp not working

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

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 24 May 2022 20,445 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))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 20,179 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 19,734 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 19,734 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 19,731 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2017 19,731 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 19,434 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 17,795 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 17,580 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 16,071 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 16,070 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2008 13,396 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 13,396 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 12,388 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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C450 HKN is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in Yellow with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C450 HKN, 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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C450 HKN is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 July 1986.

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