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H956 MRE

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,508 mi
Last recorded39,508 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH956 MRE
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 39,508 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 37,670 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 37,654 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 36,283 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 35,261 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 35,231 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 34,432 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 33,464 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 33,352 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 32,661 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 32,262 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 32,247 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 31,992 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 31,522 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 31,506 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 31,299 miles

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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H956 MRE is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 H956 MRE, 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

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What year was H956 MRE registered?

H956 MRE is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 21 May 1991.

Is H956 MRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H956 MRE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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