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L278 SCD

1994 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,400 mi
Last recorded65,400 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha FJ120036,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL278 SCD
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 65,400 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 64,687 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 64,687 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 64,594 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 64,159 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 63,543 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 62,668 miles

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)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 62,526 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 61,579 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 60,210 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 58,941 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2009 58,930 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 57,939 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 56,436 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 7 Mar 2006 53,605 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 53,605 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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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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