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E465 UPW

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,960 mi
Last recorded34,960 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE465 UPW
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 34,960 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 33,758 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 32,819 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 32,319 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 31,817 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 31,081 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,048 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 38,489 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 38,489 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 38,489 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 31,000 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 30,128 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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E465 UPW 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 91.7%.

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 E465 UPW, 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 E465 UPW registered?

E465 UPW is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is E465 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E465 UPW 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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