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D833 LEL

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,467 mi
Last recorded89,467 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2018
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD833 LEL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2018 89,467 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing exhaust (6.2.1d)

horn loose

Pass 23 Mar 2016 82,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 3 Feb 2016 82,519 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

chain guard loose

Pass 7 Nov 2014 81,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front brakes binding

front mudguard insecure

horn poor

Pass 20 Sep 2013 77,088 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 74,578 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

rear tyre has had a repair

Fail 16 Oct 2010 72,398 miles

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 72,398 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 68,961 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 66,991 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 65,679 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 62,207 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 59,174 miles

chain tension . play in rear shock linkage

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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D833 LEL is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 D833 LEL, 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 D833 LEL registered?

D833 LEL is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D833 LEL safe to buy?

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