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E300 OMU

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

27,348 mi
Last recorded27,348 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE300 OMU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 27,348 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 69,647 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 69,002 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 66,777 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 66,687 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 66,584 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 May 2016 65,579 miles

Nearside stanchion pitted

Offside stanchion pitted

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 64,530 miles

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

nearside stanchion pitted

offside stanchion pitted

Pass 17 May 2014 62,956 miles

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

near side stanchion pitted

offside stanchion pitted

Pass 13 May 2013 60,940 miles

Oil leak

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

nearside stanchion pitted

offside stanchion pitted

Pass 8 May 2012 56,590 miles

slight fluctuation rear brake

Pass 12 May 2011 54,875 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 54,861 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 54,328 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 53,036 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 52,999 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 51,111 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 51,111 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 46,695 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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E300 OMU is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E300 OMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E300 OMU?

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What year was E300 OMU registered?

E300 OMU is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 27 May 1988.

Is E300 OMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E300 OMU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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