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J597 HHW

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

44,579 mi
Last recorded44,579 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ597 HHW
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 44,579 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 44,430 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Jul 2024 44,430 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 43,954 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 43,750 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 43,215 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 43,159 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 43,051 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 41,790 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 41,738 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 41,516 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 39,570 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 38,189 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 37,097 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 36,791 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 35,343 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 34,273 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 33,521 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 31,851 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 29,945 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 28,149 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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J597 HHW is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 J597 HHW, 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 J597 HHW registered?

J597 HHW is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 April 1992.

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