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E331 ROX

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,137 mi
Last recorded51,137 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE331 ROX
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 51,137 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 51,137 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 50,960 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 50,389 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear unit bush has some play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2021 50,389 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear unit bush has some play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 49,614 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 49,191 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 48,598 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 47,639 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 45,568 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 44,633 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 43,994 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 43,511 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 40,470 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 39,312 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 35,935 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 35,935 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2009 33,090 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 27,886 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 26,712 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 24,710 miles

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

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

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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E331 ROX is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E331 ROX, 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 E331 ROX registered?

E331 ROX is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 19 May 1988.

Is E331 ROX safe to buy?

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