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B963 VJT

1997 Yamaha FJ1100

Red Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,804 mi
Last recorded32,804 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ110032,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB963 VJT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 31 May 2018 32,804 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm linkage. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2013 32,656 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 32,550 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 32,523 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 31,974 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 36,248 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 55,392 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 34,860 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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B963 VJT is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 in Red with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B963 VJT, 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 B963 VJT registered?

B963 VJT is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 17 March 1997.

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