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DX51 LFA

2001 Yamaha FJR1300

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,986 mi
Last recorded36,986 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FJR130033,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 LFA
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 36,986 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2025 35,301 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 34,172 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 34,055 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 33,728 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 33,619 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 33,516 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 33,372 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 32,969 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 32,649 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 32,554 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2016 32,554 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 32,071 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 31,495 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 30,870 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 30,382 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2010 29,971 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 29,797 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2009 29,797 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 May 2008 27,972 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 27,972 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2007 26,041 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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DX51 LFA is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300 in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 33,852 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 DX51 LFA, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX51 LFA registered?

DX51 LFA is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DX51 LFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 LFA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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