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Q716PWS

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,040 mi
Last recorded2,040 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ716PWS
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2019 2,040 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 2,040 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 1,984 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 1,887 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 1,146 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 1,146 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 111 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 947 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 943 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2011 444 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 286 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 7 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 7,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 7,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 May 2006 7,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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Q716PWS is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 46,125 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Q716PWS, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Q716PWS is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 June 1986.

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