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E383 MHT

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,111 mi
Last recorded59,111 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE383 MHT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 59,111 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 58,406 miles

Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2015 58,393 miles

Sidecar wheel spindle loose (5.2.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2014 57,552 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 56,521 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 55,295 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 55,295 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Fail 7 May 2010 54,265 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Sidecar rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

advise adjustment to rear stop lamp switch

Pass 7 May 2010 54,265 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

advise adjustment to rear stop lamp switch

Pass 27 Apr 2009 53,205 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 49,636 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 47,545 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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E383 MHT is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E383 MHT, 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 E383 MHT registered?

E383 MHT is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 23 March 1988.

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