MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,451 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear tyre has a slit in it
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear tyre has a slit in it
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
0ffside exhaust can loose
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?
Based on 24,247 MOT tests across 2,681 vehicles.
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C859 XLC is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
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 C859 XLC, 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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C859 XLC is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 24 June 1986.
Is C859 XLC safe to buy?
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