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E465 MMK

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,476 mi
Last recorded66,476 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE465 MMK
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 66,476 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 66,461 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 66,461 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear brake light switch (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 66,445 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

non standard exhausts fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2014 66,340 miles

non standard exhausts fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2013 66,326 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

non standard exhausts fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2012 65,723 miles

Cables and lines tight on full left lock

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 64,825 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 61,974 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2010 61,974 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 61,911 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 59,696 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 15 May 2007 59,592 miles

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

Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2006 56,153 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
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E465 MMK is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 E465 MMK, 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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E465 MMK is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 3 September 1987.

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