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E123 DEV

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Yellow Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,224 mi
Last recorded24,224 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE123 DEV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 24,224 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 24,159 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 24,141 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 24,024 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 23,725 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 23,714 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 22,857 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 22,847 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 22,832 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?

Based on 24,247 MOT tests across 2,681 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
719
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,681
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 469
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 332
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 300
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 240
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 165
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E123 DEV is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Yellow with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 45,082 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJ1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 469 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E123 DEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJ1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E123 DEV registered?

E123 DEV is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 23 March 1988.

Is E123 DEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E123 DEV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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