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L714 OAL

1994 Yamaha FJ1200

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

25,099 mi
Last recorded25,099 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha FJ120036,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL714 OAL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 25,099 miles

Chain has tight links and very dry

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 24,793 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 24,793 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2017 21,845 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 21,821 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 21,821 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2016 21,819 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 21,591 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 21,051 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 20,182 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 18,946 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 17,978 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 17,095 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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L714 OAL is a 1994 Yamaha FJ1200 in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 L714 OAL, 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 L714 OAL registered?

L714 OAL is a 1994 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 23 March 1994.

Is L714 OAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L714 OAL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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