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K862 OMW

1993 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,896 mi
Last recorded49,896 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha FJ120036,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK862 OMW
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 49,896 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 49,646 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 49,344 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 48,957 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 48,681 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 48,145 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 45,846 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 42,858 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 38,744 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 32,787 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 32,787 miles

Lower Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Fail 18 Mar 2008 32,654 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.) DANGEROUS

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

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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K862 OMW is a 1993 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,447 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 K862 OMW, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K862 OMW registered?

K862 OMW is a 1993 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 9 March 1993.

Is K862 OMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K862 OMW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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