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H455 FWD

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

55,729 mi
Last recorded55,729 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH455 FWD
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 55,729 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 8 May 2014 55,729 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2013 51,730 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 29 Apr 2013 51,722 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 47,928 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 47,928 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2011 41,846 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 52,133 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 50,335 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 50,335 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 49,177 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 49,177 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 47,940 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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H455 FWD is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 H455 FWD, 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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H455 FWD is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 12 July 1991.

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