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C966 KJN

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

60,325 mi
Last recorded60,325 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC966 KJN
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 60,325 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 60,315 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2017 59,014 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 59,014 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 58,032 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 58,032 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 57,108 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 57,108 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 55,630 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 55,622 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2013 54,489 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 54,489 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 53,517 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 50,797 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 50,648 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 48,862 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 47,786 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 46,951 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2006 45,939 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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C966 KJN is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 C966 KJN, 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 C966 KJN registered?

C966 KJN is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 26 March 1986.

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