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H290 OAB

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,550 mi
Last recorded55,550 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH290 OAB
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 55,550 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 55,541 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 55,345 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 54,724 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 54,717 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 54,428 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 53,560 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 52,727 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 47,957 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 45,570 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 44,202 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 44,202 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 43,377 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 42,819 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 41,588 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 39,827 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2007 39,827 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 37,587 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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H290 OAB is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H290 OAB, 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 H290 OAB registered?

H290 OAB is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 7 August 1990.

Is H290 OAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H290 OAB shows 18 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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