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G398 NHE

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,601 mi
Last recorded42,601 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2006
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG398 NHE
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2006 42,601 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 May 2006 42,654 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Nearside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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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G398 NHE is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 G398 NHE, 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 G398 NHE registered?

G398 NHE is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 18 May 1990.

Is G398 NHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G398 NHE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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