CarVerify

Free Car Check

F836 FEG

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,105 mi
Last recorded38,105 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF836 FEG
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
View full Yamaha FJ1200 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2025 38,105 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 36,541 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 35,566 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 34,540 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 32,620 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 32,081 miles

Rear rear brake binding slightly from lack of use

Pass 4 Aug 2012 32,066 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 31,884 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 31,708 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
Full Yamaha FJ1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F836 FEG is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 F836 FEG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F836 FEG?

You can check the full history of F836 FEG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F836 FEG registered?

F836 FEG is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 16 June 1989.

Is F836 FEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F836 FEG shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F836 FEG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F836 FEG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.