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H473 RAB

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

49,201 mi
Last recorded49,201 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH473 RAB
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 49,201 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 48,232 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 May 2024 48,232 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2021 48,218 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both forks (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both forks (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jun 2016 45,121 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 39,995 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 39,992 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 38,996 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 38,823 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 37,740 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 34,984 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 32,158 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 32,082 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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H473 RAB is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 H473 RAB, 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 H473 RAB registered?

H473 RAB is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 16 April 1991.

Is H473 RAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H473 RAB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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