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E500 XUX

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

60,134 mi
Last recorded60,134 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE500 XUX
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 60,134 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 58,245 miles

Brake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 56,263 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 52,812 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 52,777 miles

Stop lamp not working lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 50,216 miles

Central Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2021 50,215 miles

Central Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 50,044 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 50,032 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

oil leaking

Pass 2 Jun 2017 49,864 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 49,646 miles

oil leaking

Pass 21 May 2015 49,046 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 46,543 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 44,760 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 41,787 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 40,048 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 40,048 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 37,733 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

rear reflector only fitted to top box

Pass 11 Aug 2008 35,409 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 33,027 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 30,938 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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E500 XUX is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 E500 XUX, 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

How do I check the history of E500 XUX?

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What year was E500 XUX registered?

E500 XUX is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is E500 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E500 XUX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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