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LOM 22X

1981 Yamaha FJ1200

Purple Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

9,392 mi
Last recorded9,392 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOM 22X
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1981
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 9,392 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 7,656 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 6,487 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 5,271 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 4,265 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Feb 2021 4,265 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 3,041 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 2,870 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 2,870 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 1,537 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2016 1,537 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2015 758 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2014 5,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2014 5,324 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 3,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 3,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 1,711 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 33,577 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 33,577 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2008 31,326 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 28,478 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 28 Sep 2007 28,478 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Sep 2006 25,117 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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LOM 22X is a 1981 Yamaha FJ1200 in Purple with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 LOM 22X, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LOM 22X registered?

LOM 22X is a 1981 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 21 August 1981.

Is LOM 22X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOM 22X shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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