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L217 WLD

1994 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,997 mi
Last recorded32,997 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha FJ120036,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL217 WLD
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 32,997 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 32,561 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 32,521 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 32,341 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 32,341 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 30,257 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 30,222 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 30,201 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 29,286 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 27,185 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 26,392 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 22,824 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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L217 WLD is a 1994 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 36,774 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 L217 WLD, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L217 WLD registered?

L217 WLD is a 1994 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 23 May 1994.

Is L217 WLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L217 WLD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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