MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,721 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
1x stop and tail bulb out,left hand side (single unit)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
1x stop and tail bulb out,left hand side (single unit)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?
Based on 24,247 MOT tests across 2,681 vehicles.
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E231 HCF is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 E231 HCF, 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 E231 HCF registered?
E231 HCF is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 March 1988.
Is E231 HCF safe to buy?
The MOT history for E231 HCF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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