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C859 XLC

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

47,451 mi
Last recorded47,451 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC859 XLC
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 47,451 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 46,298 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 43,912 miles

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))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 42,846 miles

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))

Pass 17 May 2018 41,991 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 37,421 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 36,906 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 36,022 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2014 36,022 miles

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)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 35,544 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Sep 2011 35,264 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 35,264 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 33,610 miles

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)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 32,539 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2009 32,516 miles

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)

Pass 21 May 2008 30,114 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 30,113 miles

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.

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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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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What year was C859 XLC registered?

C859 XLC is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 24 June 1986.

Is C859 XLC safe to buy?

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