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D976 DLN

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,557 mi
Last recorded54,557 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD976 DLN
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 54,557 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 54,494 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Front brake master cylinder action slow to return

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 54,364 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2017 54,091 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 523,375 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 51,551 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear tyre perished

Fail 22 Jul 2014 51,551 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear tyre perished

Pass 18 Jul 2013
Pass 31 Jul 2012 50,139 miles

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

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

engine has major oil leak to rear of engine!!

Pass 23 Jun 2011 49,417 miles

gear change pivit loose

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

exhaust blowing at front pipes.

front brake lever bent.

front tyre worn.

Pass 22 Jun 2010 48,665 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 47,729 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear brake pads starting to breakup ?

Pass 7 Jun 2008 46,822 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 45,808 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 44,531 miles

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

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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D976 DLN is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 47,577 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 D976 DLN, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D976 DLN is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 14 July 1987.

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