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TAY 391X

1981 Yamaha FJ1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

1,642 mi
Last recorded1,642 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAY 391X
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 1,642 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 43 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 20 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced high beam (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 7,564 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 7,564 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2013 7,563 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 7,563 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 7,563 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2009 7,563 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 7,563 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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TAY 391X is a 1981 Yamaha FJ1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 TAY 391X, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TAY 391X registered?

TAY 391X is a 1981 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is TAY 391X safe to buy?

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