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E545 BGC

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,988 mi
Last recorded31,988 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE545 BGC
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 31,988 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 31,693 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 31,373 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 30,453 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 29,484 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 29,075 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 28,316 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 27,681 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 27,212 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 26,853 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 26,853 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 25,907 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 31 Jul 2009 25,899 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 24,552 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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E545 BGC is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E545 BGC, 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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E545 BGC is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 3 June 1988.

Is E545 BGC safe to buy?

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