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B278 YBX

2003 Yamaha FJ1100

Red Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,602 mi
Last recorded90,602 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB278 YBX
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 90,602 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

front brake reservoir sight glass deteriorated

Pass 6 Sep 2016 87,084 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 87,068 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 85,938 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 84,480 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 84,120 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 81,980 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 76,667 miles

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 71,230 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 66,179 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 66,179 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 61,970 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 53,968 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 49,405 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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B278 YBX is a 2003 Yamaha FJ1100 in Red with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B278 YBX, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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B278 YBX is a 2003 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 2 July 2003.

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