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M447 GGF

1999 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,248 mi
Last recorded27,248 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha FJ120036,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM447 GGF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 27,248 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake Front brake lever pivot has stiff/tight operation so lever dose not apply pressure smoothly (1.2.1 (c))

Headlight mask converter fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 23 May 2026 27,248 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake Front brake lever pivot has stiff/tight operation so lever dose not apply pressure smoothly (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlight mask converter fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 25,405 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2024 24,305 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 23,767 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 22,624 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 40,759 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 39,042 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 39,029 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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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M447 GGF is a 1999 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 36,330 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 M447 GGF, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M447 GGF registered?

M447 GGF is a 1999 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 June 1999.

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