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E359 KYN

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,425 mi
Last recorded47,425 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE359 KYN
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 47,425 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 46,634 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 45,392 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 43,619 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 43,300 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 42,888 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 42,504 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 41,569 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 40,404 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 40,404 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 38,837 miles

Nearside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

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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E359 KYN is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 47,577 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 E359 KYN, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E359 KYN registered?

E359 KYN is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 26 August 1987.

Is E359 KYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E359 KYN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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