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H186 GPV

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,202 mi
Last recorded65,202 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH186 GPV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 65,202 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono shock linkage has play in it (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 538,896 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 43,316 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 32,871 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 22,915 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 22,793 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 22,337 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 22,328 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 21,952 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 21,943 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 21,440 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 21,110 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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H186 GPV is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H186 GPV, 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 H186 GPV registered?

H186 GPV is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 24 April 1991.

Is H186 GPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H186 GPV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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