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D245 NGT

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

70,804 mi
Last recorded70,804 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD245 NGT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 70,804 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 70,137 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 69,638 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 69,263 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 68,950 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 67,836 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2018 66,927 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 66,260 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 64,960 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 64,221 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 63,199 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 62,732 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 62,457 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 62,449 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 61,811 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 61,047 miles

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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D245 NGT is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 D245 NGT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D245 NGT registered?

D245 NGT is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 5 March 1987.

Is D245 NGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D245 NGT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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