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F511 SLM

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,150 mi
Last recorded52,150 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF511 SLM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 52,150 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 15 Nov 2017 52,150 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 51,870 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 48,951 miles

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

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated both outer casings broken (3.2.B3b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 10 Oct 2015 48,922 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 47,801 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 47,627 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 43,294 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2013 43,100 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Outer Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2012 40,542 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 36,200 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 34,710 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 34,333 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 33,437 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 33,002 miles

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 32,239 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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F511 SLM is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 F511 SLM, 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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F511 SLM is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 24 April 1989.

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