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G947 AVL

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,149 mi
Last recorded54,149 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG947 AVL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2015 54,149 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 53,906 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 53,906 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 53,735 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2013 53,719 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 53,213 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 51,478 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 50,521 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 49,814 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 49,045 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 48,383 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 47,060 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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G947 AVL is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G947 AVL, 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 G947 AVL registered?

G947 AVL is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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