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G770 MHG

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,577 mi
Last recorded64,577 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG770 MHG
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 64,577 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 64,554 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 64,525 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 64,180 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Dec 2023 64,180 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 63,628 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 62,131 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 60,433 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 59,978 miles

slight play in swinging arm bush

Pass 1 May 2015 59,020 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 58,113 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 May 2013 56,565 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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G770 MHG is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 G770 MHG, 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 G770 MHG registered?

G770 MHG is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 6 March 1990.

Is G770 MHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G770 MHG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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