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B321 XBU

1997 Yamaha FJ1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,481 mi
Last recorded52,481 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ110032,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB321 XBU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 52,481 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2021 52,481 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 52,387 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 52,077 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 51,773 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 51,606 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 50,822 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2014 50,817 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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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B321 XBU is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B321 XBU, 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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B321 XBU is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 18 March 1997.

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