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B482 BFJ

1997 Yamaha FJ1100

Red Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,684 mi
Last recorded62,684 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ110032,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB482 BFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2009 62,684 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 62,684 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 61,760 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 61,082 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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B482 BFJ is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 in Red with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 B482 BFJ, 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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What year was B482 BFJ registered?

B482 BFJ is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is B482 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B482 BFJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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