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C27 VWK

1985 Yamaha FJ1100

White Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,694 mi
Last recorded31,694 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FJ110039,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC27 VWK
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 31,694 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 31,512 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 30,597 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 29,734 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 29,734 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 26,121 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 22,823 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2012 22,736 miles

grips slightley worn

Pass 2 Apr 2011 22,492 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 22,481 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 22,151 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 31 Mar 2009 22,151 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 21,656 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 20,937 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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C27 VWK is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100 in White with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 C27 VWK, 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 C27 VWK registered?

C27 VWK is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 16 September 1985.

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