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E280 KLT

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,353 mi
Last recorded56,353 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE280 KLT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 56,353 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 54,849 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 53,951 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive linkage pivots (2.4.B.4)

Fail 1 May 2013 53,566 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 May 2013 53,566 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 52,951 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 30 Jan 2010 51,433 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 51,433 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 51,079 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 50,580 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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E280 KLT is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E280 KLT, 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 E280 KLT registered?

E280 KLT is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 17 June 1988.

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