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E501 ARC

1988 Yamaha Fj

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,365 mi
Last recorded75,365 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2006
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fj46,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE501 ARC
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2006 75,365 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fj?

Based on 1,513 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
845
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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E501 ARC is a 1988 Yamaha Fj in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 46,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E501 ARC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fj typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E501 ARC registered?

E501 ARC is a 1988 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 2 January 1988.

Is E501 ARC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E501 ARC shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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