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G609 ARK

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

204 mi
Last recorded204 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2011
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG609 ARK
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2011 204 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 3 Dec 2011 204 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 75,327 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 71,538 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 71,510 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 68,816 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 67,449 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 67,442 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 May 2006 66,540 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 66,533 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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G609 ARK is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G609 ARK, 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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G609 ARK is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 7 April 1990.

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