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E451 CGK

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,468 mi
Last recorded34,468 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE451 CGK
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 34,468 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 34,272 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil O/S front fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 34,043 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 33,877 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 33,470 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 33,470 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working Near side rear indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 33,450 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded Rear brake disc (3.1.5)

Pass 5 May 2017 33,211 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 32,710 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2016 32,710 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 46,200 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 45,089 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 22 Apr 2010 45,013 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2009 42,874 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 42,167 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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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E451 CGK is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E451 CGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E451 CGK registered?

E451 CGK is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E451 CGK safe to buy?

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