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E158 FEO

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,827 mi
Last recorded27,827 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE158 FEO
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2025 27,827 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 27,820 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 27,815 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2016 27,253 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 27,232 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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E158 FEO is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 E158 FEO, 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 E158 FEO registered?

E158 FEO is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 30 April 1988.

Is E158 FEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E158 FEO shows 5 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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