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E516 DFJ

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,983 mi
Last recorded23,983 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE516 DFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 23,983 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2025 23,974 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 19,300 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 May 2020 18,990 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 18,073 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 18,059 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 6,904 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 6,021 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 44,720 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 43,890 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 43,842 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 43,651 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 42,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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E516 DFJ is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 E516 DFJ, 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 E516 DFJ registered?

E516 DFJ is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 27 June 1988.

Is E516 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E516 DFJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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