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H398 EBC

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,950 mi
Last recorded94,950 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH398 EBC
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 94,950 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 93,602 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 92,392 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2023 90,804 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 89,453 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 88,247 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 86,774 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 85,157 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 83,950 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 82,883 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 81,783 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 79,792 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 77,819 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 72,656 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 66,497 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 59,561 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 53,038 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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H398 EBC is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H398 EBC, 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 H398 EBC registered?

H398 EBC is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 April 1991.

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