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F947 YCS

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,869 mi
Last recorded58,869 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF947 YCS
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2022 58,869 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2021 58,430 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 57,853 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 56,660 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 55,350 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 52,601 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 50,375 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 49,524 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 48,768 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 48,240 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 48,237 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 48,066 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 48,063 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 45,805 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 45,743 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 44,477 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 42,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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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F947 YCS is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 F947 YCS, 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 F947 YCS registered?

F947 YCS is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 June 1989.

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