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H787 WTS

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,481 mi
Last recorded69,481 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH787 WTS
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 69,481 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 65,342 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 61,874 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2008 61,874 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 59,929 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 59,906 miles

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

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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H787 WTS is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 H787 WTS, 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 H787 WTS registered?

H787 WTS is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 10 August 1990.

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The MOT history for H787 WTS shows 6 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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