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D237 KKM

1986 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

70,768 mi
Last recorded70,768 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2011
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ120046,125 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD237 KKM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2011 70,768 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 69,951 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 69,951 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2009 69,838 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 64,258 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 63,233 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2007 63,149 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 57,856 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 57,856 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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D237 KKM is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 D237 KKM, 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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D237 KKM is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 17 September 1986.

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