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J131 YVX

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

66,443 mi
Last recorded66,443 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ131 YVX
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 66,443 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 65,513 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 65,370 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 64,928 miles

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

Central Front Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Central Rear Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 64,625 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 63,927 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 63,244 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 63,036 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 62,654 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 62,229 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 61,552 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 58,098 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 53,610 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 53,610 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 May 2009 50,572 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 44,441 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 39,848 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 35,280 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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J131 YVX is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 J131 YVX, 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 J131 YVX registered?

J131 YVX is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 29 July 1992.

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