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H140 VUA

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

58,496 mi
Last recorded58,496 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH140 VUA
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 58,496 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 58,178 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 57,850 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 57,788 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 57,599 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 57,209 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 57,209 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 56,566 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 56,071 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 55,946 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 55,344 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 55,344 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 54,912 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 54,912 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 54,194 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 54,194 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 52,671 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 51,456 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 51,456 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 51,386 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 50,004 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 49,161 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 47,475 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 46,905 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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H140 VUA is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 42,037 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 H140 VUA, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H140 VUA registered?

H140 VUA is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 March 1991.

Is H140 VUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H140 VUA shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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