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E368 ESO

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,061 mi
Last recorded53,061 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE368 ESO
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 53,061 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 52,847 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Apr 2012 52,846 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 51,571 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 51,571 miles

Outer Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 47,678 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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E368 ESO is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E368 ESO, 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 E368 ESO registered?

E368 ESO is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 28 May 1988.

Is E368 ESO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E368 ESO shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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