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F384 HYB

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,268 mi
Last recorded21,268 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF384 HYB
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2011 21,268 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 19,950 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

showin signs of over heating

Pass 6 Aug 2009 16,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2009 16,907 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 16,130 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

stand switch bolt missing.

Fail 12 Aug 2008 16,130 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Rear Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front tyre pressure low.

stand switch bolt missing.

Pass 9 Jun 2007 1,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2006 46,561 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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F384 HYB is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F384 HYB, 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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F384 HYB is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 5 June 1989.

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