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C771 FNM

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

72,247 mi
Last recorded72,247 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC771 FNM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 72,247 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 72,245 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 71,452 miles

rear shock corroded slightly

Pass 15 Apr 2020 71,116 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 67,788 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 63,060 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 58,670 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 56,796 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 56,796 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2013 54,445 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 51,012 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 48,181 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 47,302 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 47,302 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 42,268 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 46,268 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 44,605 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 44,604 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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C771 FNM is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C771 FNM, 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 C771 FNM registered?

C771 FNM is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 27 February 1986.

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