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J485 KDL

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

61,280 mi
Last recorded61,280 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ485 KDL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 61,280 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2026 61,280 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements replaced (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 61,126 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 60,857 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 60,857 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 60,404 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 58,627 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 57,844 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 57,611 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 57,395 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 57,111 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 56,977 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 56,787 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 56,531 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 18 Feb 2013 56,531 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 29 Mar 2012 56,523 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 56,112 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 54,120 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 52,186 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 46,735 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 38,879 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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J485 KDL is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 J485 KDL, 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 J485 KDL registered?

J485 KDL is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 5 May 1992.

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