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G957 DDF

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

49,383 mi
Last recorded49,383 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG957 DDF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 49,383 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 14 Apr 2026 49,370 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 48,063 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 47,353 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 11,068 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 46,072 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 45,657 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 45,315 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 42,995 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 41,116 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 41,107 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 38,260 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 36,700 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 35,118 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front brakes have slight bind .

o/s riders (front) footpeg pivots slightly worn .

o/s riders (front) footpeg slightly bent .

rear brakes have slight bind .

various panels missing at time of test .

Fail 29 Jul 2008 35,118 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front brakes have slight bind .

o/s riders (front) footpeg pivots slightly worn .

o/s riders (front) footpeg slightly bent .

rear brakes have slight bind .

various panels missing at time of test .

Fail 25 Jul 2008 35,082 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 15 Sep 2006 34,933 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front and side fairings missing

Incorrect rear brake pad security locking pins fitted

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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G957 DDF 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 64.7%.

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 G957 DDF, 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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G957 DDF is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 14 June 1990.

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