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E130 DEV

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,343 mi
Last recorded23,343 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE130 DEV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 23,343 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 22,228 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 21,426 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 20,726 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 19,931 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 18,791 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 17,162 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2018 17,148 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 17,140 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 16,107 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 15,327 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Pass 17 May 2014 14,527 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 May 2013 14,240 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 14,230 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2011 14,102 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 14,047 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 13,740 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 12,651 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 12,104 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 9,505 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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E130 DEV is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E130 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 E130 DEV registered?

E130 DEV is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 24 March 1988.

Is E130 DEV safe to buy?

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