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F400 SGV

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,669 mi
Last recorded33,669 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF400 SGV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 33,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 33,629 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 33,628 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 33,587 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 33,579 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 33,493 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 33,230 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 33,132 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 33,003 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 32,832 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 32,584 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 32,421 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 32,203 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 31,994 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 31,656 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 31,333 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 30,761 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 30,435 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 29,837 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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F400 SGV is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 F400 SGV, 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 F400 SGV registered?

F400 SGV is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 23 March 1989.

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