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E505 PWX

1987 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,921 mi
Last recorded42,921 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FJ120047,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE505 PWX
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2014 42,921 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 41,059 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 41,059 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 38,780 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 34,884 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 34,684 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 34,684 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 34,562 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 34,377 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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E505 PWX is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 E505 PWX, 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 E505 PWX registered?

E505 PWX is a 1987 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E505 PWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E505 PWX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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