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J789 WEF

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Brown Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

22,794 mi
Last recorded22,794 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ789 WEF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 22,794 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 May 2025 22,794 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2021 17,490 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 9,507 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2018 99,924 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 90,107 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear tyre valve is deteriorated

Pass 30 Jun 2014 80,282 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2013 71,603 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 64,978 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 57,455 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 50,685 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 45,992 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 41,378 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 38,704 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 30,296 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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J789 WEF is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Brown with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 J789 WEF, 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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J789 WEF is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 2 June 1992.

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