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E344 CDV

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,401 mi
Last recorded52,401 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE344 CDV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2023 52,401 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 52,155 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 52,127 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 51,626 miles

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 51,049 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion left hand fork leg (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play lower rear shock (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 50,017 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 47,824 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 46,664 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 46,115 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 45,882 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 45,420 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 44,855 miles

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

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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E344 CDV is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E344 CDV, 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 E344 CDV registered?

E344 CDV is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is E344 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E344 CDV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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