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D201 VRP

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

61,286 mi
Last recorded61,286 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD201 VRP
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 61,286 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 59,345 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 58,839 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 58,839 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 57,517 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 55,757 miles

Front Shock absorber slightly loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake clevis joint slightly loose (1.1.15 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2016 53,542 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 53,542 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies brake light switch required adjustment (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 50,980 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 48,195 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 48,155 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 Aug 2014 48,115 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 45,031 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 42,209 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 39,165 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 39,152 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2010 36,873 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 35,125 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 32,635 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 31,448 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2007 31,448 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 29,974 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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D201 VRP is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 D201 VRP, 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 D201 VRP registered?

D201 VRP is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 30 June 1987.

Is D201 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D201 VRP shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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