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H245 LON

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,243 mi
Last recorded29,243 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH245 LON
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 29,243 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 28,504 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 28,396 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 27,608 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 25,423 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 25,423 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 25,012 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 25,012 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 24,398 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 24,398 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 7 Nov 2006 24,261 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 24,261 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(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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H245 LON 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 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 H245 LON, 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 H245 LON registered?

H245 LON is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 2 August 1990.

Is H245 LON safe to buy?

The MOT history for H245 LON shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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