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F389 KNU

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,859 mi
Last recorded43,859 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF389 KNU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 43,859 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play Rear suspension linkage bearings have slight free up/down play when checked with the rear wheel raised off the ground (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2016 43,798 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 43,798 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 43,780 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 43,747 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 42,664 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 42,026 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 41,592 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 40,766 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 40,355 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 39,654 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 38,443 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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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F389 KNU is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 F389 KNU, 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 F389 KNU registered?

F389 KNU is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 23 March 1989.

Is F389 KNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F389 KNU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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