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C537 GKL

1986 Yamaha FJ1100

White Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,667 mi
Last recorded68,667 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FJ110039,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC537 GKL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 68,667 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 68,555 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 68,451 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 65,066 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 64,005 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2009 63,973 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2008 63,608 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 63,608 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 62,255 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 58,177 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 56,402 miles

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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C537 GKL is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1100 in White with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha FJ1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 39,686 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C537 GKL, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha FJ1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C537 GKL registered?

C537 GKL is a 1986 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 1 May 1986.

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