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F289 MYJ

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,899 mi
Last recorded59,899 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2006
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF289 MYJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2006 59,899 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2005 59,833 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 59,833 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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F289 MYJ is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F289 MYJ, 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 F289 MYJ registered?

F289 MYJ is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 16 May 1989.

Is F289 MYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F289 MYJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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