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C556 VLO

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,198 mi
Last recorded22,198 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC556 VLO
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 22,198 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 20,107 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 20,107 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 15,643 miles

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

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

slight rust on front discs

Pass 19 Jun 2013 15,643 miles

slight rust on front discs

Pass 19 Jan 2011 15,272 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 14,666 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 13,292 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 13,162 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 12,328 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2005 12,328 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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C556 VLO is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black 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 C556 VLO, 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 C556 VLO registered?

C556 VLO is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 3 March 1986.

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The MOT history for C556 VLO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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