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G635 DHC

1989 Yamaha Fj

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,538 mi
Last recorded40,538 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Fj43,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG635 DHC
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 40,538 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 40,521 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake hose routed incorrectly

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 40,220 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2014 37,596 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 37,067 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 36,926 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 36,806 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 36,379 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 35,628 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 34,900 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 38,486 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 31,854 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.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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G635 DHC is a 1989 Yamaha Fj in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 43,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G635 DHC, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G635 DHC registered?

G635 DHC is a 1989 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 2 August 1989.

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