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D199 FDX

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,526 mi
Last recorded43,526 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD199 FDX
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 43,526 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 43,317 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 42,497 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2021 41,525 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear slightly reduced suspension damping effect

Pass 28 May 2020 40,942 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 40,663 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 40,663 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 40,419 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 30 Jun 2014

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2014
Pass 21 Jul 2011 38,773 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 37,535 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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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D199 FDX is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 47,577 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 D199 FDX, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D199 FDX registered?

D199 FDX is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D199 FDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D199 FDX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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