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E554 SFX

1988 Yamaha FJ1100

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,450 mi
Last recorded72,450 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE554 SFX
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 72,450 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 68,317 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2022 68,317 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 66,391 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 66,391 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 65,203 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 64,908 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 64,908 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 59,080 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 52,893 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 47,407 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 45,250 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 34,150 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 32,940 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 6,520 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1100?

Based on 2,124 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
551
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
327
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
reflector on motorcycle missing 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
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E554 SFX is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1100 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJ1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E554 SFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJ1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E554 SFX registered?

E554 SFX is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 30 December 1988.

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