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H873 XYX

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

77,194 mi
Last recorded77,194 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH873 XYX
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2020 77,194 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Riders seat with a defective supporting structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 75,167 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil n/side front shock absorber (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre centre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Oct 2018 75,165 miles

Brake excessively binding front brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre centre (5.2.3 (e))

rear light down 50%

Pass 23 Sep 2017 75,159 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 75,159 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 72,244 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 70,639 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 67,833 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 65,288 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 64,923 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 64,561 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 63,864 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 63,864 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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H873 XYX is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 H873 XYX, 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 H873 XYX registered?

H873 XYX is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 5 October 1990.

Is H873 XYX safe to buy?

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