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E565 DRC

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,039 mi
Last recorded32,039 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2020
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE565 DRC
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2020 32,039 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 32,015 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 31,922 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 31,903 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 31,782 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 31,782 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 31,514 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 30,215 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 30,088 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 28,951 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 28,466 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 28,216 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 27,895 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 26,379 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

clutch lever pivot slightly worn

handle bar grips slightly loose

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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E565 DRC is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black 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 E565 DRC, 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 E565 DRC registered?

E565 DRC is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 25 May 1988.

Is E565 DRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E565 DRC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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