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G340 NVF

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

86,912 mi
Last recorded86,912 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG340 NVF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 86,912 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2024 84,348 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 33,117 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 30,590 miles

Front tyre worn uneven

Pass 29 Jan 2021 79,646 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jan 2021 79,646 miles

Front Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2018 77,059 miles

Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 12 May 2017 75,190 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever travel

Lower rear shock bush worn

Rear brake travel

Fail 12 May 2017 75,186 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever travel

Lower rear shock bush worn

Rear brake travel

Pass 4 May 2016 73,919 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Slight play in rear lower suspension bushes

Pass 11 May 2015 72,619 miles

Exhuast has been repaired

Pass 22 Apr 2014 70,911 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 70,906 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 7 May 2013 69,885 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 69,856 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 68,592 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 67,149 miles

Noise on steering

Slight play in lower shock bush

Pass 20 Apr 2010 65,588 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 64,423 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2008 63,855 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 63,850 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 May 2007 62,864 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 61,462 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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G340 NVF is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 41,874 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 G340 NVF, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G340 NVF is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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