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K983 VKE

1993 Yamaha FJ1200

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,208 mi
Last recorded58,208 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha FJ120036,447 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK983 VKE
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 58,208 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Oct 2025 58,208 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 57,436 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 57,116 miles

Bolts missing from rear footrest supporting plates

Fail 12 Jun 2023 57,116 miles

Bolts missing from rear footrest supporting plates

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2022 56,903 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 56,693 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 55,951 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2012 42,465 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 40,961 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 48,226 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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K983 VKE is a 1993 Yamaha FJ1200 in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 K983 VKE, 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 K983 VKE registered?

K983 VKE is a 1993 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 24 June 1993.

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