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D42 XWV

1987 Yamaha FJ1100

Blue Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ110043,137 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD42 XWV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Sep 2024
Pass 23 Aug 2023

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 14,017 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 12,736 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 12,149 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 10,468 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 7,111 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 3,901 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 4 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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D42 XWV is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1100 in Blue with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FJ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 43,137 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 D42 XWV, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D42 XWV registered?

D42 XWV is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 20 May 1987.

Is D42 XWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D42 XWV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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