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E235 UGK

1987 Yamaha FJ1100

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

87,484 mi
Last recorded87,484 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2013
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ110043,137 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE235 UGK
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2013 87,484 miles

L/H rear indicator not always reliable.

Pass 29 Mar 2012 86,670 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 82,969 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

some front brake travel but performance ok at time of test it may improve with new brake pads all round

Fail 7 Mar 2011 82,969 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 80,434 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 30 Jun 2010 80,391 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 77,638 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 74,470 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 74,470 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 69,574 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1100?

Based on 2,124 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
551
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
327
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
reflector on motorcycle missing 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
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E235 UGK is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1100 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FJ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 43,137 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 FJ1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E235 UGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJ1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E235 UGK is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 7 August 1987.

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