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B485 SWR

1985 Yamaha FJ1100

White Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,640 mi
Last recorded55,640 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2012
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FJ110039,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB485 SWR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2012 55,640 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 55,607 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 54,441 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 54,385 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 53,308 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 53,292 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 53,048 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 52,756 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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B485 SWR is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100 in White with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B485 SWR, 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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B485 SWR is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 17 April 1985.

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