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G815 NYC

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,736 mi
Last recorded33,736 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG815 NYC
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 33,736 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear SWING ARM BUSH PLAY

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 33,379 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 33,379 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 32,711 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 31,605 miles

Central Front Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Central Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2021 30,648 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2021 30,648 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2020 30,057 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2020 30,057 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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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G815 NYC is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 G815 NYC, 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 G815 NYC registered?

G815 NYC is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 19 March 1990.

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