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C72 EYA

1985 Yamaha FJ1100

White Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,038 mi
Last recorded55,038 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FJ110039,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC72 EYA
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 55,038 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 55,009 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 54,810 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 54,810 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 54,571 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 54,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2020 54,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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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C72 EYA is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100 in White with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C72 EYA, 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 C72 EYA registered?

C72 EYA is a 1985 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 23 August 1985.

Is C72 EYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C72 EYA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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