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J655 RDH

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,487 mi
Last recorded48,487 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ655 RDH
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 48,487 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 48,484 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 46,638 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 45,931 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 45,406 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 45,406 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 45,086 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 44,011 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 396,616 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 39,408 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 39,284 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Jul 2006 39,274 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside tail light does not illuminate.

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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J655 RDH is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J655 RDH, 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 J655 RDH registered?

J655 RDH is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 May 1992.

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