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G421 EOP

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

30,805 mi
Last recorded30,805 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG421 EOP
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 30,805 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 30,561 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 30,377 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 30,330 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 30,210 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 30,210 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 29,811 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 29,797 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 29,755 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 29,589 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 29,589 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 29,377 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 29,377 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 29,195 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 29,056 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 29,032 miles

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 15 Jun 2010 29,014 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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G421 EOP is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 G421 EOP, 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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What year was G421 EOP registered?

G421 EOP is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 14 March 1990.

Is G421 EOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G421 EOP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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