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J254 MTM

1991 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,723 mi
Last recorded65,723 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FJ120042,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ254 MTM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 65,723 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 62,130 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 56,127 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 53,155 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 46,241 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 46,230 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Sticking (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2019 40,501 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 35,302 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 31,397 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 30,467 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 29,460 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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J254 MTM is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J254 MTM, 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 J254 MTM registered?

J254 MTM is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 3 August 1991.

Is J254 MTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J254 MTM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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