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G225 FVT

1996 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

75,792 mi
Last recorded75,792 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FJ120037,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG225 FVT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 75,792 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 74,798 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 73,638 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 72,453 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 71,438 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 69,248 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 68,090 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 67,668 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 65,955 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 64,100 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2016 64,100 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 61,801 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 61,801 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 59,740 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 25 Aug 2014 59,740 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 56,100 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Horn low volume.

Pass 7 Aug 2012 54,388 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 54,373 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 May 2008 53,115 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 51,269 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 49,697 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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G225 FVT is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 37,095 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 G225 FVT, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G225 FVT registered?

G225 FVT is a 1996 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 8 February 1996.

Is G225 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G225 FVT shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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