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C255 GGP

1985 Yamaha FJ1100

Black Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,334 mi
Last recorded3,334 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2009
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FJ110039,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC255 GGP
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2009 3,334 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 3,334 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 3,127 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2008 3,127 miles

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

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 1,644 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 1,262 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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C255 GGP is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100 in Black with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 C255 GGP, 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 C255 GGP registered?

C255 GGP is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C255 GGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C255 GGP shows 6 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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