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H126 YYW

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

51,194 mi
Last recorded51,194 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH126 YYW
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 51,194 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

horn weak

Pass 2 Sep 2024 50,992 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

horn weak

Pass 31 Aug 2023 50,977 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 50,977 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 50,618 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 50,284 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 50,078 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 49,757 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 49,042 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 48,263 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 47,504 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 44,825 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 42,700 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 41,872 miles

slight bind to front brake

Pass 14 Sep 2012 41,674 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 41,311 miles

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

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 41,155 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

slight bind to front brake

slight play to rear shock absorber top mount

Pass 11 Mar 2009 41,006 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 40,540 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 39,771 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2006 39,416 miles

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

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

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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H126 YYW is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 42,037 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 H126 YYW, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H126 YYW registered?

H126 YYW is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 2 July 1991.

Is H126 YYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H126 YYW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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