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45,285 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame and swinging arm corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Play at lower pivot (5.3.2 (c))
Slight oil leak at cam cover/ cam cover bolt seals
Wiring loose at handlebars
Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?
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J188 ESL is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 in Brown with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
Across all 1991 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 42,037 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 J188 ESL, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was J188 ESL registered?
J188 ESL is a 1991 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 31 December 1991.
Is J188 ESL safe to buy?
The MOT history for J188 ESL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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