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H992 YYL

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

Brown Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

69,014 mi
Last recorded69,014 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH992 YYL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 69,014 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 68,444 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 68,413 miles

Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 68,387 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 67,624 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 67,319 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 67,202 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 65,315 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 63,795 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 62,300 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 61,405 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 59,423 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 58,106 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 57,459 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 54,600 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 49,528 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 44,840 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 43,851 miles

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 40,106 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2006 35,605 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 33,048 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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H992 YYL is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in Brown 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 H992 YYL, 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 H992 YYL registered?

H992 YYL is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 May 1991.

Is H992 YYL safe to buy?

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