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G833 BLF

1990 Yamaha Fj

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,459 mi
Last recorded59,459 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Fj37,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG833 BLF
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 59,459 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive close to max adjustment. (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 59,439 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 59,418 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 59,418 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 59,395 miles

Front and rear tyres perished ,sides and tread.

Slight bind front brakes.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

n/s mirror glass damaged.

Pass 24 Feb 2012 58,926 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 10 Feb 2011

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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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G833 BLF is a 1990 Yamaha Fj in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 37,224 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 Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G833 BLF, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G833 BLF registered?

G833 BLF is a 1990 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 25 April 1990.

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