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A743 YGF

1997 Yamaha FJ1100

Multi-colour Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

553 mi
Last recorded553 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ110032,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA743 YGF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2024 553 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 468 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 9 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 2,482 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 2,482 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 19 Jul 2012 55,706 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 55,706 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 50,870 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2011 50,870 miles

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 48,109 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 48,088 miles

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 44,567 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 44,567 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fail 17 May 2007 44,552 miles

Front Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 May 2006 43,635 miles

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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A743 YGF is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 in Multi-colour with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 32,308 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 A743 YGF, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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A743 YGF is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 6 June 1997.

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