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E368 VGO

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,549 mi
Last recorded60,549 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 60,549 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 59,234 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 59,215 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 58,721 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2016 58,582 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 57,773 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 57,570 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 57,501 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 57,462 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 57,462 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 57,090 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 56,977 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 56,813 miles

Near side rear side light not working offside working

Pass 3 Jun 2008 56,584 miles

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

Rear number plate close to border limits

Pass 5 Jun 2007 56,003 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 55,574 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 VGO is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E368 VGO, 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 VGO registered?

E368 VGO is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 6 April 1988.

Is E368 VGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E368 VGO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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