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G725 BLR

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

65,278 mi
Last recorded65,278 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG725 BLR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 65,278 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2020 64,836 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 May 2019 63,807 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono shock linkage has play in it (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 62,527 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play shockabsorber (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 May 2018 62,527 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play shockabsorber (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2017 61,805 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 May 2016 60,319 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 May 2015 59,155 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 May 2014 56,399 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 May 2013 55,297 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2012 54,382 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2011 52,674 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2010 51,240 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2009 49,908 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 May 2008 48,452 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

steering slightly stiff

Pass 28 Apr 2007 46,196 miles

head bearing a bit stiff.

swinging arm bushes slight play.

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 May 2006 42,801 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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G725 BLR is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 G725 BLR, 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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G725 BLR is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 25 June 1990.

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