MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
62,640 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front footrests rubber mounts worn
front suspension bit soft
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
footrest worn
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Inner Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
footrest worn
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?
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H597 VVV is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 H597 VVV, 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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H597 VVV is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 6 September 1990.
Is H597 VVV safe to buy?
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