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A27 GAP

1984 Yamaha FJ1100

Green Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

13,674 mi
Last recorded13,674 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Yamaha FJ110043,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA27 GAP
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 13,674 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 13,458 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 13,458 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 13,153 miles

motorcycle modified

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 52,651 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

steering bearings slightly notchy

Pass 10 Aug 2017 52,484 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2016 52,149 miles

Clutch fluid level low

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar grip loose

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Temporary locking fuel cap fitted

Fail 24 Aug 2016 52,149 miles

Clutch fluid level low

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Handlebar grip loose

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Temporary locking fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2015 51,323 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 51,313 miles

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

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 49,901 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 47,134 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 73,299 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 70,694 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 66,757 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 64,147 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 63,604 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1100?

Based on 2,124 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
551
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
327
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
reflector on motorcycle missing 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
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A27 GAP is a 1984 Yamaha FJ1100 in Green with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha FJ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 43,708 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 FJ1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A27 GAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJ1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A27 GAP is a 1984 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 31 December 1984.

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