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J89 GGJ

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,783 mi
Last recorded35,783 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2012
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ89 GGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2012 35,783 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 35,783 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 May 2011 35,783 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front mudguard secured with jubilee clips but secure

Fail 4 May 2011 35,751 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front mudguard secured with jubilee clips but secure

Pass 15 May 2010 33,206 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 28,079 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 44,267 miles

Abs not fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2007 43,737 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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J89 GGJ is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J89 GGJ, 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 J89 GGJ registered?

J89 GGJ is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 October 1992.

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