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FE51 XZZ

2001 Yamaha FJR1300

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

34,672 mi
Last recorded34,672 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FJR130033,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 XZZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2025 34,672 miles

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

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

Nearside Front pass switch not working

Offside Front switch gear loose

Pass 3 Sep 2024 34,600 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 33,199 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 33,169 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 33,081 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 32,794 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 32,776 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 32,776 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 May 2015 29,505 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 23,176 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 19,819 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 15,971 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 12,154 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 21 May 2011 12,144 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 15 May 2010 11,364 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 May 2009 10,086 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 May 2008 8,122 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 May 2007 5,741 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 May 2006 4,256 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 XZZ is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300 in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 XZZ, 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 XZZ registered?

FE51 XZZ is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FE51 XZZ safe to buy?

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