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BTU 756W

1997 Yamaha FJ1100

Black Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

10,231 mi
Last recorded10,231 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ110032,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTU 756W
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 10,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 10,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 9,713 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 8,979 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 7,795 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 6,890 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 6,786 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

front brake pads worn uneven os

slight bind front brake

Fail 24 Apr 2014 6,786 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front brake pads worn uneven os

slight bind front brake

Fail 13 Jul 2011 6,372 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 6,372 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 5,101 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 3,617 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 3,617 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 3,578 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1100?

Based on 2,124 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
551
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
327
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
reflector on motorcycle missing 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
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BTU 756W is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 in Black with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 32,308 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJ1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BTU 756W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJ1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BTU 756W registered?

BTU 756W is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 7 October 1997.

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