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1984 Yamaha FJ1100

Blue Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

74,608 mi
Last recorded74,608 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2007
Typical for 1984 Yamaha FJ110043,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB260 SEO
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2007 74,608 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 13 Oct 2007 74,569 miles

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

Offside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 27 May 2006 73,547 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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B260 SEO is a 1984 Yamaha FJ1100 in Blue with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 B260 SEO, 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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B260 SEO is a 1984 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 1 August 1984.

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