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E392 XKJ

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,367 mi
Last recorded34,367 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE392 XKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 34,367 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 33,372 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly noisy exhaust (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2024 32,060 miles

Front front suspension travel seriously reduced / suspect oil level to high in forks

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 31,417 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 31,122 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 30,502 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 30,419 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 30,165 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

o/s indicators slight interaction

Pass 20 Jul 2013 29,662 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 26,523 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 22,803 miles

slight travel on front brake lever

Fail 6 Aug 2011 22,795 miles

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

rear brake caliper damp fluid

slight blow exhaust

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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E392 XKJ is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 45,082 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 E392 XKJ, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E392 XKJ registered?

E392 XKJ is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 14 April 1988.

Is E392 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E392 XKJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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