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G557 WVM

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,633 mi
Last recorded71,633 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG557 WVM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2015 71,633 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 2 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 56,461 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 52,456 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 45,157 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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G557 WVM is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 G557 WVM, 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 G557 WVM registered?

G557 WVM is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 28 April 1990.

Is G557 WVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G557 WVM shows 5 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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