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E119 FPE

1987 Yamaha Fj

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,684 mi
Last recorded54,684 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha Fj46,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE119 FPE
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 54,684 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 54,684 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2023 54,539 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 54,119 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 53,875 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 53,692 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 53,429 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 53,038 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 53,038 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 52,371 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 49,838 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 46,398 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 46,398 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 40,223 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 37,481 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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E119 FPE is a 1987 Yamaha Fj in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 46,398 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 E119 FPE, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E119 FPE registered?

E119 FPE is a 1987 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 16 November 1987.

Is E119 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E119 FPE shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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