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J188 ESL

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

Brown Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,285 mi
Last recorded45,285 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ188 ESL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 45,285 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame and swinging arm corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Play at lower pivot (5.3.2 (c))

Slight oil leak at cam cover/ cam cover bolt seals

Wiring loose at handlebars

Pass 19 Mar 2025 44,105 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 43,598 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2024 43,598 miles

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2021 43,530 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 43,518 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 43,413 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 42,762 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 40,404 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 31,210 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 30,710 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 30,147 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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J188 ESL is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in Brown with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 J188 ESL, 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.

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What year was J188 ESL registered?

J188 ESL is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J188 ESL safe to buy?

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