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F518 NPB

1988 Yamaha Fj

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,731 mi
Last recorded41,731 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fj46,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF518 NPB
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 41,731 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front rear view mirror cracked

Pass 11 Feb 2010 40,555 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 40,153 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 39,344 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fj?

Based on 1,513 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
845
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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F518 NPB is a 1988 Yamaha Fj in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 46,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F518 NPB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was F518 NPB registered?

F518 NPB is a 1988 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 28 September 1988.

Is F518 NPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F518 NPB shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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