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E345 CLG

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,400 mi
Last recorded47,400 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE345 CLG
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 47,400 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 46,052 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 45,239 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 45,239 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 44,588 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 44,588 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 44,108 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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E345 CLG is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 E345 CLG, 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 E345 CLG registered?

E345 CLG is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 7 July 1988.

Is E345 CLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E345 CLG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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