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E56 ENU

1988 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,310 mi
Last recorded22,310 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2013
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FJ120045,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE56 ENU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2013 22,310 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 21,876 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 21,282 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 20,682 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 20,385 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 18,843 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 17,801 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 17,801 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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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E56 ENU is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E56 ENU, 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 E56 ENU registered?

E56 ENU is a 1988 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 19 May 1988.

Is E56 ENU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E56 ENU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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