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D838 TNT

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,084 mi
Last recorded80,084 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD838 TNT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 80,084 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 80,084 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 79,545 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 7 Aug 2009

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 77,658 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 77,658 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Jul 2006 74,902 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 74,902 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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D838 TNT is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 D838 TNT, 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 D838 TNT registered?

D838 TNT is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 26 June 1987.

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