1985 YAMAHA FJ11001.1L PETROL

The Yamaha FJ1100 presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 14 November 2025 at 16,644 miles resulted in no recorded defects, mirroring the outcomes of the previous three tests. This consistency suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that avoids the immediate mechanical or structural failures typically flagged during the MOT testing process. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 41-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 406 miles per year. Between the November 2021 test at 14,333 miles and the November 2025 test at 16,644 miles, the vehicle covered only 2,311 miles over four years. This low usage rate indicates the bike is likely stored in dry conditions rather than used as a daily commuter. While low mileage limits wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of standing often cause degradation in rubber-based parts that do not register on mileage alone. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer must inspect for specific issues associated with long-term storage and low use. A physical inspection should focus on perished fuel lines, cracked brake hoses, and degraded fork seals which can become brittle over decades regardless of distance. Because the MOT does not assess fluid quality or internal engine corrosion, the buyer should check for varnish in the fuel system and ensure structural rust has not developed within the frame. The tyres should also be examined for flat spots or cracking, as low-mile vehicles often suffer from aged rubber before the tread reaches the legal limit.