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J162 SPG

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

126 mi
Last recorded126 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ162 SPG
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 126 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 126 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2013 54,759 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 54,103 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 20 Mar 2012 54,096 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Nov 2010 51,397 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Oil leak

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

Fail 22 Nov 2010 51,388 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 51,307 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 46,637 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 43,606 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 41,280 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 41,253 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2005 37,723 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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J162 SPG is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 J162 SPG, 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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J162 SPG is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 19 March 1992.

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