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L381 VLL

1994 Yamaha FJ1200

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,460 mi
Last recorded37,460 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 1994 Yamaha FJ120036,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL381 VLL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 37,460 miles

Central Rear Lower Minor age-related wear cracks in rear tyre close to bead.

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced normal age-related corrosion on underside of frame and in concealed areas which has been painted over. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced minor crack in NS rear brake & foot peg hangar bracket (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 37,384 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 37,077 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 36,756 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 36,376 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 35,241 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 34,915 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 34,503 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 34,055 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2014 34,055 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Front wheel bearing not tested due to front brake binding .

Pass 19 Mar 2013 33,680 miles

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

Front brake binding slightly .

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Mar 2012 33,385 miles

Front sidelight inoperative .

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 32,994 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Side light inoperative

Pass 11 Mar 2010 31,893 miles

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

Front sidelight inoperative

Passing light inoperative

Pass 20 Mar 2009 38,381 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Passing light inoperative

Pass 1 Apr 2008 30,604 miles

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

Passing light inoperative

Pass 1 Mar 2007 27,970 miles

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

Front brakes binding slightly

Offside pillion footrest hanger cracked,

Pass 1 Apr 2006 25,606 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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L381 VLL is a 1994 Yamaha FJ1200 in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 L381 VLL, 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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L381 VLL is a 1994 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 8 January 1994.

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