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C508 OTL

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,476 mi
Last recorded67,476 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2022
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC508 OTL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2022 67,476 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 67,459 miles

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Rear Lower Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Lower Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2016 64,102 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 63,888 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 63,888 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Offside Rear Lower Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 63,445 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 62,211 miles

only one horn working

o/s mirror missing

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

rear brake pedal pivot slightly worn

Fail 5 Sep 2009 62,211 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

o/s mirror missing

only one horn working

rear brake pedal pivot slightly worn

Pass 4 Jun 2008 59,582 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 55,519 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 54,626 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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C508 OTL is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 C508 OTL, 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 C508 OTL registered?

C508 OTL is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 9 May 1986.

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