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B348 FGT

1998 Yamaha FJ1100

Red Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

9,249 mi
Last recorded9,249 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB348 FGT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 9,249 miles

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch insecure n/s has to be pushed right over to work correctly (4.4.2 (a) (i))

fork seals perished

Pass 12 Nov 2022 9,249 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 9,079 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2014 8,821 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 8,821 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 8,696 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 8,696 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 8,494 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 8,494 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 May 2008 7,859 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 5,887 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 1 Mar 2007 5,887 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2005 5,848 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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B348 FGT is a 1998 Yamaha FJ1100 in Red with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 B348 FGT, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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B348 FGT is a 1998 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 7 April 1998.

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