MOT Status
ValidMileage
65,400 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
1 of 2 tail light bulbs not working
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
offside rider footrest bent
rear disc wearing thin
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear brake disc wearing thin
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front offside footrest deformed
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
offside front footrest slightly deformed
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
off side foot rest bent
side stand worn
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?
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L278 SCD is a 1994 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 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 L278 SCD, 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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L278 SCD is a 1994 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 13 January 1994.
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