CarVerify

Free Car Check

D73 CPA

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,694 mi
Last recorded35,694 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD73 CPA
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 35,694 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2025 35,501 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 35,154 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 34,478 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 34,161 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 32,939 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 31,966 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 30,798 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 27,918 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 25,572 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 22,740 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 11 May 2015 21,013 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 21,013 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 15,980 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 15,595 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 15,386 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 14,400 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
Full Yamaha FJ1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D73 CPA is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 D73 CPA, 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

How do I check the history of D73 CPA?

You can check the full history of D73 CPA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D73 CPA registered?

D73 CPA is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 July 1987.

Is D73 CPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D73 CPA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D73 CPA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D73 CPA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.