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L218 WFT

1993 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,663 mi
Last recorded30,663 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha FJ120036,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL218 WFT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 30,663 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 30,198 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 30,198 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 30,190 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 29,984 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2015 29,891 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 29,775 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 28,717 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 28,716 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 28,716 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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L218 WFT is a 1993 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 L218 WFT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L218 WFT registered?

L218 WFT is a 1993 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L218 WFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L218 WFT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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