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E417 VWR

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,676 mi
Last recorded50,676 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE417 VWR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 50,676 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 50,659 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 47,310 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 45,929 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 45,712 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 May 2015 43,790 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 43,782 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 43,535 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 42,761 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 41,764 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 40,541 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 39,313 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 39,093 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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E417 VWR is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 E417 VWR, 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 E417 VWR registered?

E417 VWR is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 20 May 1988.

Is E417 VWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E417 VWR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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