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C494 COR

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,385 mi
Last recorded52,385 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2009
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC494 COR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2009 52,385 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2008 50,725 miles

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

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 50,725 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2007 47,070 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 47,070 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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C494 COR is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C494 COR, 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 C494 COR registered?

C494 COR is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 3 July 1986.

Is C494 COR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C494 COR shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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