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FE51 SSJ

2001 Yamaha FJR1300

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,394 mi
Last recorded74,394 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FJR130033,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 SSJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 74,394 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2026 74,394 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 74,288 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 73,943 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 73,910 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 73,124 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 71,733 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 71,087 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 71,087 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 70,636 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 67,750 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 67,301 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 65,163 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 63,098 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 58,619 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 56,061 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 49,551 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 41,587 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 36,787 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 36,392 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 35,286 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 32,912 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2006 30,607 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 30,607 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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FE51 SSJ is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300 in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FE51 SSJ, 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.

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What year was FE51 SSJ registered?

FE51 SSJ is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is FE51 SSJ safe to buy?

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