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D762 LEL

1997 Yamaha FJ1100

Gold Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,949 mi
Last recorded18,949 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FJ110032,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD762 LEL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1100
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2023 18,949 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 18,949 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 18,765 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2021 18,765 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 18,612 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 18,450 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 18,443 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 18,394 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 19,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 19,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2007 18,266 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 May 2006 17,862 miles

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

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

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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D762 LEL is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100 in Gold with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 D762 LEL, 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 D762 LEL registered?

D762 LEL is a 1997 Yamaha FJ1100, first registered on 6 February 1997.

Is D762 LEL safe to buy?

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