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J740 HJX

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

42,510 mi
Last recorded42,510 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ740 HJX
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 42,510 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2025 42,509 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2024 42,156 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 40,347 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 40,302 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 39,561 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 39,561 miles

Rear Brake clevis joint insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 39,017 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 36,022 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 36,022 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 35,600 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 35,596 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 24 Feb 2012 35,510 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 35,510 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 32,809 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Jan 2011 32,805 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 29,973 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 29,773 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 29,153 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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J740 HJX is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 38,554 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 J740 HJX, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J740 HJX registered?

J740 HJX is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J740 HJX safe to buy?

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