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G597 SCA

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,263 mi
Last recorded35,263 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG597 SCA
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 35,263 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 34,398 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 34,398 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 34,310 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 34,202 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 34,156 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 34,156 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 34,068 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 34,060 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 34,052 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 34,038 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 33,493 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 31,831 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 Aug 2008 31,831 miles

Rear suspension bearing excessively deteriorated (2.4A.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 29,531 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 27,715 miles

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

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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G597 SCA is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 G597 SCA, 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 G597 SCA registered?

G597 SCA is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 6 April 1990.

Is G597 SCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G597 SCA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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