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F180 RVW

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

21 mi
Last recorded21 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF180 RVW
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 21 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2017 21 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel tap nut slightly loose .tightened up (7.2.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing added r clip into spindle (2.4.A.2b)

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

Fail 17 Apr 2015 49,447 miles

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

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 49,447 miles

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 49,300 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 49,300 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 47,127 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Nov 2010 47,127 miles

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

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 44,207 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 43,025 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 43,008 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 41,870 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 41,134 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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F180 RVW is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 42,332 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 F180 RVW, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F180 RVW registered?

F180 RVW is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 10 April 1989.

Is F180 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F180 RVW shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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