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H386 YMR

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

46,609 mi
Last recorded46,609 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH386 YMR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 46,609 miles
Fail 30 May 2026 46,583 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 45,934 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 44,528 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 44,375 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 43,544 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 43,522 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2018 41,529 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 39,849 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn NEEDS REPLACING (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 38,945 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 37,835 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 36,880 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 36,880 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2013 36,271 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 36,097 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 35,772 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 35,505 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 35,500 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 32,697 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 31,334 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 31,331 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 30,202 miles

slight rear brake bind

Fail 17 Sep 2007 30,200 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

slight rear brake bind

Pass 7 Sep 2006 28,985 miles

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 30 Sep 2005 26,985 miles

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

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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H386 YMR is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 H386 YMR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H386 YMR?

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What year was H386 YMR registered?

H386 YMR is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 18 January 1991.

Is H386 YMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H386 YMR shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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