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F960 RLU

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,050 mi
Last recorded76,050 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF960 RLU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 76,050 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 76,026 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 76,003 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 75,987 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 75,746 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 74,928 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 72,214 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 72,214 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 65,206 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 65,206 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 61,349 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 59,796 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 55,925 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 54,495 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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F960 RLU is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 F960 RLU, 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 F960 RLU registered?

F960 RLU is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 22 March 1989.

Is F960 RLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F960 RLU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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