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M779 JEC

1999 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,247 mi
Last recorded52,247 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha FJ120036,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM779 JEC
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 52,247 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 51,088 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 50,855 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 49,988 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 49,787 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 49,684 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 49,236 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 47,835 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 46,234 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 42,566 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 41,602 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 33,899 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 33,317 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 33,282 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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M779 JEC is a 1999 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 M779 JEC, 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 M779 JEC registered?

M779 JEC is a 1999 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 12 October 1999.

Is M779 JEC safe to buy?

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