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C235 SPM

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,160 mi
Last recorded91,160 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC235 SPM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 91,160 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 90,429 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 90,113 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 89,647 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 89,647 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 89,255 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 88,709 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 87,957 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 87,553 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 87,518 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 87,068 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 86,733 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 86,054 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 85,652 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 85,382 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 85,129 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 84,659 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 83,728 miles

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

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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C235 SPM is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C235 SPM, 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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What year was C235 SPM registered?

C235 SPM is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 20 May 1986.

Is C235 SPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C235 SPM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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