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E949 BBB

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

66,469 mi
Last recorded66,469 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE949 BBB
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 66,469 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 66,291 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 65,879 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 65,370 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 64,130 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 64,130 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 63,442 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 63,442 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 55,260 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 54,939 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 53,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 21 Jul 2012 53,162 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 51,368 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 49,585 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2010 49,585 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 48,976 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 48,751 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 48,734 miles

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

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

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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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E949 BBB is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 E949 BBB, 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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E949 BBB is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 5 August 1987.

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