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G831 CFH

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

53,096 mi
Last recorded53,096 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2014
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG831 CFH
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2014 53,096 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 18 May 2013 52,288 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 May 2012 50,839 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 48,323 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 May 2010 48,317 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 47,090 miles

1 exhaust stud nut missing

1 tail light not working

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 44,684 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 44,677 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 43,912 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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G831 CFH is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 G831 CFH, 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 G831 CFH registered?

G831 CFH is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 12 April 1990.

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