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EX51 VDK

2001 Yamaha XJR1300

Silver Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,457 mi
Last recorded57,457 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJR130019,281 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 VDK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 57,457 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 56,049 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 54,414 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 52,367 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 50,414 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 49,947 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 49,498 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 49,469 miles

Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2018 35,008 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 62,658 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

oil pipe corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2016 55,824 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 54,535 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2014 52,572 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 45,442 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 45,442 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 12 Jan 2012 43,098 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 43,098 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 38,871 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 38,675 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 37,613 miles

Front and rear tyres very low pressure. Tyres inflated

Fail 27 Mar 2008 36,933 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 36,933 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 34,263 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2005 32,748 miles

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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EX51 VDK is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1300 in Silver with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 19,281 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 EX51 VDK, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX51 VDK registered?

EX51 VDK is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is EX51 VDK safe to buy?

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