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J185 DAH

1991 Yamaha Fj

Multi-colour Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,295 mi
Last recorded60,295 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Fj40,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ185 DAH
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1991
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 60,295 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 59,214 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 58,709 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 57,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement in linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 55,482 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 53,684 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 52,527 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 50,962 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 49,390 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 48,020 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 46,602 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 44,139 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 42,049 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 41,221 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 30 Mar 2011 39,843 miles

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

rear swing arm slightly corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2008 38,885 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 37,565 miles

ALTHOUGH SHOCK ABSORBER HAS BEEN REPLACED WITH A SECOND HAND UNIT IT ALSO HAS LESS DAMPING THAN A GOOD UNIT AND I WOULD ADVISE TRYING TO OBTAIN A BETTER ONE

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

Fail 26 Mar 2007 37,528 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2005 36,788 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fj?

Based on 1,513 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
845
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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J185 DAH is a 1991 Yamaha Fj in Multi-colour with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 40,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J185 DAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fj typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J185 DAH registered?

J185 DAH is a 1991 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 15 October 1991.

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