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G297 DPU

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,587 mi
Last recorded48,587 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG297 DPU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2016 48,587 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 47,263 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 44,367 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 27,242 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 25,539 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 19,704 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 13,890 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 8,082 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 358 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 92,278 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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G297 DPU is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 41,874 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 G297 DPU, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G297 DPU registered?

G297 DPU is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 20 April 1990.

Is G297 DPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G297 DPU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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