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B383 JNT

1985 Yamaha FJ1100

White Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,617 mi
Last recorded55,617 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FJ110039,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB383 JNT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 55,617 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 55,617 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 18 Jul 2015 55,617 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 55,289 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 55,108 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 55,108 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 51,003 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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B383 JNT is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100 in White with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B383 JNT, 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 B383 JNT registered?

B383 JNT is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 22 February 1985.

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