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H257 GFH

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

Brown Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,018 mi
Last recorded49,018 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH257 GFH
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 49,018 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 49,018 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 48,688 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 48,477 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 46,749 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 45,764 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2008 42,298 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 41,312 miles

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Jul 2006 37,908 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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H257 GFH is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in Brown with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 H257 GFH, 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 H257 GFH registered?

H257 GFH is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 15 May 1991.

Is H257 GFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H257 GFH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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