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J389 SPK

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,724 mi
Last recorded32,724 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2022
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ389 SPK
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2022 32,724 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 31,914 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 31,846 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 31,841 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper excessively corroded and likely to crack (1.1.16 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 31,694 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 31,683 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2016 31,683 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2014 31,192 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 29,071 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 29,071 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 18 May 2012 28,884 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 28,650 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 28,245 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 28,245 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 28,236 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 7 May 2008 27,713 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 May 2007 26,130 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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J389 SPK is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 J389 SPK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J389 SPK registered?

J389 SPK is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 10 April 1992.

Is J389 SPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J389 SPK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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