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J946 ERB

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Brown Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,239 mi
Last recorded78,239 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ946 ERB
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 78,239 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 71,446 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 64,390 miles

Offside Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 55,444 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 55,333 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Aug 2010 49,465 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 49,465 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 41,560 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 May 2008 30,972 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 30,929 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 20,821 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 20,821 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2006 18,566 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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J946 ERB is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Brown with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J946 ERB, 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 J946 ERB registered?

J946 ERB is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 12 June 1992.

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