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F828 LKM

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF828 LKM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No chain gaurd

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

No chain gaurd

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2021

Front Brake master cylinder insecure Banjo bolt loose (1.1.10 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel more than one fixing missing Spindle clamps (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected Pads don’t fit correctly (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No chain gaurd

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 3,019 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 1,998 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2011 37,743 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 35,121 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 49,792 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 48,257 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 45,410 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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F828 LKM is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 F828 LKM, 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 F828 LKM registered?

F828 LKM is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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