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B855 VBA

1985 Yamaha FJ1100

White Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FJ110039,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB855 VBA
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2021 2 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Jul 2021

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 65,436 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 64,757 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 64,004 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 63,248 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 63,006 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 62,913 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 62,913 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 62,883 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 1 Nov 2010 62,883 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 62,600 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2008 62,070 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 60,778 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 57,071 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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B855 VBA is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100 in White with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B855 VBA, 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 B855 VBA registered?

B855 VBA is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 26 March 1985.

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