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B520 XBK

1985 Yamaha FJ1100

Blue Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,555 mi
Last recorded48,555 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2007
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FJ110039,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB520 XBK
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2007 48,555 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Jul 2007 48,550 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 39,697 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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B520 XBK is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100 in Blue with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B520 XBK, 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 B520 XBK registered?

B520 XBK is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 11 June 1985.

Is B520 XBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B520 XBK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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