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H981 EBM

1990 Yamaha Fj

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,475 mi
Last recorded69,475 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2022
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Fj37,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH981 EBM
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2022 69,475 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 67,921 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 65,603 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 64,129 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 62,763 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 61,648 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 61,648 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2015 60,535 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 59,300 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 59,300 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 22 May 2013 57,871 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 56,492 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 54,910 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Fail 25 May 2011 54,910 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 53,872 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 52,629 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 50,267 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 49,247 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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H981 EBM is a 1990 Yamaha Fj in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 37,224 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 H981 EBM, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H981 EBM registered?

H981 EBM is a 1990 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 14 November 1990.

Is H981 EBM safe to buy?

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