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G265 JWE

1989 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,528 mi
Last recorded62,528 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FJ120042,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG265 JWE
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 62,528 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 57,132 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 55,612 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 53,323 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 51,720 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 49,380 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 48,163 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 44,975 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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G265 JWE is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 G265 JWE, 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 G265 JWE registered?

G265 JWE is a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 4 October 1989.

Is G265 JWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G265 JWE shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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