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D242 LWU

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

79,511 mi
Last recorded79,511 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD242 LWU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 79,511 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 79,230 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 78,429 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 78,429 miles

Rear Brake component insecure Torque-Arm (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 77,366 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 76,494 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2015 75,591 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 73,477 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 71,994 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 68,947 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 6,573 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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D242 LWU is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D242 LWU, 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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How do I check the history of D242 LWU?

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What year was D242 LWU registered?

D242 LWU is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is D242 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D242 LWU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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