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E299 TTH

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

37,114 mi
Last recorded37,114 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE299 TTH
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2015 37,114 miles

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

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

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

Brake pipe union leaking fluid front brake master cylinder (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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

horn loose

Pass 18 Jul 2014 63,819 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 63,797 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

one rear position bulb not workimg

clutch master cylinder insecure

Pass 17 May 2013 63,208 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 62,057 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 1,535 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 60,290 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 588,870 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 58,869 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 57,446 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 55,503 miles

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

Throttle slightly sticking

all brake pipes not visible

all frame not visible

Pass 16 Oct 2006 53,273 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 53,264 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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E299 TTH is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 E299 TTH, 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 E299 TTH registered?

E299 TTH is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 25 April 1988.

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