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BU02 RXJ

2002 Yamaha XJR1300

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,756 mi
Last recorded19,756 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XJR130017,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 RXJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 19,756 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 19,221 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 19,221 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 19,093 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 18,899 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 18,167 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 18,167 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 17,504 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 17,504 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 17,495 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 16,917 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 16,917 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2013 16,221 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 15,082 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 14,169 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 13,466 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 13,027 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 12,580 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 8,780 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 8,714 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 8,613 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR1300?

Based on 107,128 MOT tests across 7,520 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,072
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 471
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
reflector on motorcycle missing 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 232
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BU02 RXJ is a 2002 Yamaha XJR1300 in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 17,681 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 XJR1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,072 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU02 RXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha XJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU02 RXJ?

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What year was BU02 RXJ registered?

BU02 RXJ is a 2002 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is BU02 RXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 RXJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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