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E456 NLS

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,950 mi
Last recorded38,950 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE456 NLS
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 38,950 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

rear brake master cylinder / fluid system modified but not affecting operation of brake

Pass 23 Mar 2021 38,281 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 38,083 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 38,078 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 May 2018 38,052 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 37,951 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 37,816 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 36,388 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 May 2012 35,462 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 34,288 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 33,781 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 33,445 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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E456 NLS is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 47,577 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 E456 NLS, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E456 NLS registered?

E456 NLS is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E456 NLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E456 NLS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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