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H223 ELP

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,214 mi
Last recorded54,214 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH223 ELP
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2021 54,214 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 54,215 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Mudguard insecure and damaged ()

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 49,235 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front mudguard (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

light corrosion on fork staunchions

side stand bushings worn

Fail 5 Mar 2020 49,235 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front mudguard (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements rear control function (4.3.2 (a) (i))

light corrosion on fork staunchions

side stand bushings worn

Pass 11 Mar 2019 45,763 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Front fork leg chrome deteriorated

Fail 11 Mar 2019 45,763 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Front fork leg chrome deteriorated

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 42,458 miles

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

front brake lightly binding

Fail 12 Feb 2018 42,458 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

front brake lightly binding

Pass 22 Feb 2017 41,517 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Sep 2015 40,956 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 40,344 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 39,586 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 39,189 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 38,748 miles

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

right fork lower drain plug wet

Pass 11 Jul 2007 37,949 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 36,922 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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H223 ELP is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H223 ELP, 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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H223 ELP is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 6 August 1990.

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