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H344 JCS

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,040 mi
Last recorded26,040 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH344 JCS
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 26,040 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 24,528 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 24,443 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 24,413 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 24,331 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 24,178 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 24,178 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Hand Control (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering Mud Guard Cracked (2.1.2e)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 23,898 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 27 Jul 2015 23,652 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 23,652 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 23,547 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 23,442 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 23,353 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 22,771 miles

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

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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H344 JCS is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H344 JCS, 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 H344 JCS registered?

H344 JCS is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 10 November 1990.

Is H344 JCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H344 JCS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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