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H198 PDT

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,151 mi
Last recorded41,151 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH198 PDT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 41,151 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil ns front fork slight weep oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

slight engine oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2024 41,059 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 40,152 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 39,818 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 39,530 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 39,511 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 38,887 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 37,782 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 36,415 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 35,762 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 34,613 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 33,521 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 33,017 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 32,644 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 30,663 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 29,649 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 29,166 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 28,287 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 27,626 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 27,616 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 27,247 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 27,061 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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H198 PDT is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 H198 PDT, 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 H198 PDT registered?

H198 PDT is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 3 August 1990.

Is H198 PDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H198 PDT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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