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CX53 BMZ

2003 Yamaha FJR1300

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,163 mi
Last recorded44,163 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR130029,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 BMZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 44,163 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 44,159 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 54,980 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono shock linkage has free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2024 54,980 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono shock linkage has free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 32,258 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 31,808 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 29,886 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 24,362 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 22,158 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 19,450 miles

Central Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2016 14,167 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 12,206 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 10,379 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 8,128 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 5,655 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 4,473 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 3,669 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 3,030 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJR1300?

Based on 30,408 MOT tests across 2,119 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,481
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 454
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 407
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 153
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 115
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CX53 BMZ is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 29,266 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 FJR1300 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX53 BMZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CX53 BMZ registered?

CX53 BMZ is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 4 October 2003.

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