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E521 OHN

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

White Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,184 mi
Last recorded22,184 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE521 OHN
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 22,184 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 22,181 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2023 21,362 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 May 2022 20,548 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 20,357 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 20,182 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 19,881 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 19,785 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 19,715 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 19,715 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 5 Aug 2010 19,527 miles

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 19,527 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 19,241 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 19,036 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 May 2006 18,913 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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E521 OHN is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in White with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E521 OHN, 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 E521 OHN registered?

E521 OHN is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is E521 OHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E521 OHN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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