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E231 HCF

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

48,721 mi
Last recorded48,721 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE231 HCF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2015 48,721 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 48,721 miles

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)

Pass 16 May 2013 46,751 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 22 May 2012 45,057 miles

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)

Pass 22 May 2012 45,057 miles

1x stop and tail bulb out,left hand side (single unit)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 May 2011 42,946 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 42,946 miles

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)

Pass 19 May 2010 40,854 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 38,586 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 38,586 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 May 2008 36,099 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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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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