Yamaha FJ1200 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha FJ1200 car check
Is the Yamaha FJ1200 reliable? We analysed 24,247 real MOT tests across 2,681 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha FJ1200 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha FJ1200.
Yamaha FJ1200 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha FJ1200. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha FJ1200 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha FJ1200 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha FJ1200 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha FJ1200 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha FJ1200 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha FJ1200 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha FJ1200 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha FJ1200 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 51 | 88.2% | 19,347 | 42,729 | 49,885 |
| 2002 | 108 | 77.8% | 15,562 | 24,300 | 39,952 |
| 2001 | 125 | 83.2% | 30,637 | 42,396 | 54,796 |
| 2000 | 157 | 80.9% | 28,635 | 34,503 | 46,652 |
| 1999 | 154 | 89.0% | 24,404 | 36,330 | 45,531 |
| 1998 | 224 | 79.5% | 30,976 | 41,548 | 54,341 |
| 1997 | 460 | 79.3% | 29,139 | 39,998 | 52,015 |
| 1996 | 543 | 85.3% | 18,664 | 37,095 | 55,554 |
| 1995 | 614 | 84.9% | 26,703 | 38,624 | 51,777 |
| 1994 | 804 | 85.9% | 24,793 | 36,774 | 49,549 |
| 1993 | 1,450 | 87.8% | 25,728 | 36,447 | 50,467 |
| 1992 | 2,568 | 82.2% | 28,255 | 38,554 | 51,804 |
| 1991 | 4,540 | 83.7% | 31,025 | 42,037 | 56,266 |
| 1990 | 3,747 | 82.0% | 30,162 | 41,874 | 54,467 |
| 1989 | 3,297 | 82.0% | 31,979 | 42,332 | 54,292 |
| 1988 | 2,838 | 81.1% | 31,279 | 45,082 | 57,446 |
| 1987 | 851 | 81.2% | 34,884 | 47,577 | 62,335 |
| 1986 | 1,290 | 78.9% | 31,605 | 46,125 | 56,852 |
| 1985 | 67 | 89.6% | 4,918 | 25,148 | 33,147 |
How Long Does a Yamaha FJ1200 Last?
Based on 2,681 Yamaha FJ1200 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha FJ1200 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha FJ1200 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha FJ1200
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.6% MOT pass rate from 67 tests
77.8% MOT pass rate from 108 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha FJ1200 is 1985, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.6% across 67 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha FJ1200 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha FJ1200 THIS CAR | 82.6% | 24,247 | 41,614 mi | 40 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha FZS600 | 85% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Lml Star | 85.7% | 8,490 | 3,856 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha FJ1200 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha FJ1200Should you buy a used Yamaha FJ1200?
The Yamaha FJ1200 has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.6% across 24,247 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha FJ1200 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (469 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (332), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (300). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Yamaha FJ1200 owner drives around 719 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha FJ1200 models stay on UK roads for around 40 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.