Yamaha Fjr Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha Fjr reliable? We analysed 6,672 real MOT tests across 1,150 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Fjr is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Fjr.
Yamaha Fjr Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Fjr. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Fjr MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Fjr to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Fjr Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Fjr fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Fjr Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Fjr models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Fjr Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Fjr owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Fjr MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Fjr year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 391 | 96.2% | 7,352 | 15,144 | 26,888 |
| 2019 | 470 | 96.0% | 9,661 | 17,762 | 33,771 |
| 2018 | 972 | 93.5% | 10,679 | 20,180 | 33,485 |
| 2017 | 1,190 | 95.8% | 9,326 | 15,395 | 30,400 |
| 2016 | 1,490 | 94.2% | 11,279 | 19,729 | 31,081 |
| 2015 | 1,043 | 92.6% | 10,624 | 17,739 | 26,737 |
| 2014 | 653 | 94.5% | 10,586 | 17,915 | 26,183 |
| 2013 | 61 | 93.4% | 13,537 | 18,052 | 38,631 |
| 2004 | 64 | 95.3% | 19,092 | 27,458 | 44,201 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Fjr Last?
Based on 1,150 Yamaha Fjr vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Fjr Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Fjr MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Fjr
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.2% MOT pass rate from 391 tests
92.6% MOT pass rate from 1,043 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Fjr is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.2% across 391 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Fjr Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Fjr THIS CAR | 94.2% | 6,672 | 18,526 mi | 12 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha FZS600 | 85% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 | 85.2% | 2,583 | 75,460 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Fjr outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Fjr has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.2% across 6,672 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil with 7 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Yamaha Fjr with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Yamaha Fjr owner drives around 2,130 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha Fjr models stay on UK roads for around 12 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.