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F601 SOR

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,312 mi
Last recorded46,312 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF601 SOR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2012 46,312 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 46,191 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 45,679 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 45,322 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 45,183 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 42,233 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 39,196 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 39,195 miles

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

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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F601 SOR is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F601 SOR, 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 F601 SOR registered?

F601 SOR is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 20 April 1989.

Is F601 SOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F601 SOR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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