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J71 SPM

1992 Yamaha FJ1200

Brown Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,459 mi
Last recorded36,459 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FJ120038,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ71 SPM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1992
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 36,459 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 36,459 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 35,965 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 33,481 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 30,581 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 30,581 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 30,473 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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J71 SPM is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200 in Brown with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J71 SPM, 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 J71 SPM registered?

J71 SPM is a 1992 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 14 May 1992.

Is J71 SPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J71 SPM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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