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H563 BAV

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

66,177 mi
Last recorded66,177 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2010
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH563 BAV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2010 66,177 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 61,979 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2009 61,976 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 56,982 miles

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

exaust non standard but not excessivly noisy

Fail 16 Sep 2008 56,851 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

exaust non standard but not excessivly noisy

Pass 5 Sep 2007 54,441 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 15 Aug 2007 54,333 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 45,741 miles

slight distortion on front tyre

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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H563 BAV is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 H563 BAV, 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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H563 BAV is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 3 August 1990.

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