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B812 JVK

1997 Yamaha FJ1100

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,090 mi
Last recorded19,090 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ110032,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB812 JVK
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 19,090 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 19,090 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 19,090 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 18,990 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 18,877 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 18,795 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 18,654 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 18,654 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 18,616 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 18,006 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2009 18,006 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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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B812 JVK is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 B812 JVK, 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 B812 JVK registered?

B812 JVK is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 8 January 1997.

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The MOT history for B812 JVK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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