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F44 RPB

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,154 mi
Last recorded64,154 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF44 RPB
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 64,154 miles

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

Nearside Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 61,661 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Jan 2019 61,661 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2008 59,738 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 57,770 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 57,070 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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F44 RPB is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F44 RPB, 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 F44 RPB registered?

F44 RPB is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is F44 RPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F44 RPB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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