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C481 BKP

1985 Yamaha FJ1100

Red Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,202 mi
Last recorded57,202 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FJ110039,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC481 BKP
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 57,202 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 57,156 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 57,068 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 57,022 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 56,787 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 55,636 miles

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

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

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

slight play in rear brake lever pivot

Fail 29 Aug 2014 55,636 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

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

slight plat in rear brake lever pivot

Pass 27 Mar 2013 54,798 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 53,645 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 52,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 50,136 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 50,136 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 46,328 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 43,365 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 42,708 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 41,439 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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C481 BKP is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100 in Red with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C481 BKP, 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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C481 BKP is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 1 August 1985.

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