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E273 GNH

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

67,370 mi
Last recorded67,370 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE273 GNH
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 67,370 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 May 2025 67,179 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 65,184 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 64,615 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 61,064 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 58,013 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 56,671 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 56,044 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 53,441 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 53,441 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 53,003 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 52,244 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 51,340 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2013 50,693 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 50,274 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 50,000 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 49,816 miles

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 19 May 2009 49,042 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 48,592 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 48,581 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2006 48,255 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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E273 GNH is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 45,082 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E273 GNH, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E273 GNH registered?

E273 GNH is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is E273 GNH safe to buy?

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