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C733 MDS

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,985 mi
Last recorded34,985 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC733 MDS
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 34,985 miles

headlight mask fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Mar 2014 34,280 miles

screw on o/s front fork cross brace loose.

Fail 13 Aug 2013 34,235 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 33,785 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 33,150 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 22 Jul 2010 33,120 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 32,615 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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C733 MDS is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C733 MDS, 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 C733 MDS registered?

C733 MDS is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

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The MOT history for C733 MDS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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