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H558 GEV

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,216 mi
Last recorded44,216 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH558 GEV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 44,216 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 44,134 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 44,100 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 44,079 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 44,059 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 44,026 miles

Rear tyre cracks

Fail 30 Jun 2020 44,026 miles

Rear reflector missing Fitted new reflector (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre cracks

Pass 22 Jun 2019 44,011 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 43,984 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 43,984 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 43,907 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 43,869 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 43,728 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 43,728 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 43,658 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 43,483 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 43,483 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 43,198 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 43,063 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 43,063 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2010 42,897 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 42,764 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 42,683 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 42,478 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 41,979 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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H558 GEV is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 H558 GEV, 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 H558 GEV registered?

H558 GEV is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 6 August 1990.

Is H558 GEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H558 GEV shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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