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F259 TPU

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,433 mi
Last recorded19,433 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF259 TPU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 19,433 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 19,433 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 19,433 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 19,433 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 19,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 19,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 19,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 19,433 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 14 Sep 2017 19,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 14 Sep 2017 19,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear mono-shock insecure locknut loose (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 19,433 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 19,433 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2015 19,433 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 19,433 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2014 19,433 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 19,433 miles

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

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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F259 TPU is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 42,332 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 F259 TPU, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F259 TPU registered?

F259 TPU is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 24 May 1989.

Is F259 TPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F259 TPU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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