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H423 SYG

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

65,419 mi
Last recorded65,419 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH423 SYG
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 65,419 miles

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

Swingarm Bush has slight play

Pass 19 Jun 2021 651,949 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2021 65,181 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 63,487 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 May 2019 61,995 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 60,881 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 59,469 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2016 59,012 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 59,012 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 58,708 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 57,251 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 55,576 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 54,350 miles

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

Offside Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 1 Jul 2009 54,340 miles

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

Offside Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 6 May 2008 52,432 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 52,423 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 50,446 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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H423 SYG is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 H423 SYG, 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 H423 SYG registered?

H423 SYG is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 30 August 1990.

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