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B220 REC

1985 Yamaha FJ1100

White Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,235 mi
Last recorded97,235 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FJ110039,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB220 REC
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 97,235 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 97,235 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 31 May 2014 96,167 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 94,580 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 94,573 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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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B220 REC is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100 in White with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha FJ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 39,048 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 B220 REC, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B220 REC registered?

B220 REC is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B220 REC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B220 REC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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