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J260 HMA

1993 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,754 mi
Last recorded23,754 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1993 Yamaha FJ120036,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ260 HMA
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 23,754 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 23,500 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 23,100 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 22,912 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 22,474 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 21,935 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 21,198 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 20,986 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 19,004 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)

Fail 24 Mar 2011 19,004 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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 27 Mar 2010 18,831 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 18,829 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 18,475 miles

Headlight on/off switch worn.

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

Pass 16 Sep 2005 18,453 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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J260 HMA is a 1993 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,447 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 J260 HMA, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J260 HMA is a 1993 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 5 March 1993.

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