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H797 CUT

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,187 mi
Last recorded57,187 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH797 CUT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2014 57,187 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

very slight damp patch on tank but no leaks found

Pass 13 May 2013 57,084 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front discs have surface corrosion

tyre pressures slightly low

Fail 3 May 2013 57,083 miles

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front discs have surface corrosion

tyre pressures slightly low

Pass 30 May 2012 56,950 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

frame slightly corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2010 56,111 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 53,860 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 53,747 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 52,588 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 52,458 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Oct 2005 51,147 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 17 Oct 2005 51,114 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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H797 CUT is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 H797 CUT, 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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H797 CUT is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 7 September 1990.

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