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H235 VRH

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,623 mi
Last recorded33,623 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH235 VRH
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 33,623 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2025 33,610 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 33,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

frame and swinging arm general light corrosion

Pass 28 Apr 2022 33,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Apr 2022 33,160 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 32,606 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 32,561 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 32,521 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2013 30,934 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 27,917 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 26,465 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 26,465 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2007 26,019 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 24,942 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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H235 VRH is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 H235 VRH, 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 H235 VRH registered?

H235 VRH is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 20 August 1990.

Is H235 VRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H235 VRH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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