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J254 STM

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

32,837 mi
Last recorded32,837 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ254 STM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 May 2025 32,837 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

small oil leak from engine

Pass 15 Jun 2024 32,045 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 May 2023 29,167 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 May 2022 27,077 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 27,077 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 25,896 miles

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm and linkages (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 25,896 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm and linkages (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2007 25,336 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 25,336 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 May 2006 24,339 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 24,325 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has excessive 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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J254 STM is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 J254 STM, 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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J254 STM is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 27 May 1992.

Is J254 STM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J254 STM shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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