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FJ53 KXL

2003 Yamaha FJR1300A

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,483 mi
Last recorded45,483 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A33,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 KXL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 45,483 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 45,073 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 44,733 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 44,733 miles

Offside Front Upper Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake pivot on prake leaver incorect and seized pepaired and lubed (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released seized, pivot (1.3.1e)

Offside Rear Lower Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake brake pivot seized up stripped and cleaned and greased (3.3.C2c)

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released pivot seized up so light remaing on (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 38,948 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 38,910 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 38,843 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 38,326 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 37,115 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 37,115 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 31,203 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 27,849 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 22,578 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 19,041 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJR1300A?

Based on 29,998 MOT tests across 2,556 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,745
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 317
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 271
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 52
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 43
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FJ53 KXL is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 33,347 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 FJR1300A fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 317 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ53 KXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJR1300A typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ53 KXL registered?

FJ53 KXL is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 13 September 2003.

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