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G585 TGU

1990 Yamaha Fj

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,439 mi
Last recorded47,439 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Fj37,224 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG585 TGU
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 47,439 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 46,703 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 46,391 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 45,374 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 44,239 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 43,225 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 43,225 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2020 43,051 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2020 43,051 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Jul 2013 41,965 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 41,965 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 41,431 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 39,304 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 39,304 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 37,262 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2009 37,224 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

rear brake pedal bent

Fail 4 Aug 2009 37,224 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

rear brake pedal bent

Fail 5 May 2009 37,222 miles

Nearside Lower Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Lower Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Split in front mudguard.

Pass 21 Feb 2008 37,036 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 36,755 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 36,755 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fj?

Based on 1,513 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
845
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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G585 TGU is a 1990 Yamaha Fj in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 37,224 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 Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G585 TGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fj typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 36 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G585 TGU registered?

G585 TGU is a 1990 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 3 May 1990.

Is G585 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G585 TGU shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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