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GL04 BXE

2004 Yamaha FJR1300

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,184 mi
Last recorded64,184 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha FJR130028,690 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 BXE
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 64,184 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 61,281 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 58,355 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 54,627 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 49,744 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 47,993 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 47,993 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 May 2020 47,574 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 46,851 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 45,507 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 45,507 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 44,090 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 43,427 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 43,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 29 May 2015 41,696 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 39,411 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 34,413 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 34,398 miles

Rear Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Pass 29 May 2012 31,354 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 27,721 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 21 May 2010 23,471 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 22,313 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 16,719 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 11,720 miles

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

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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GL04 BXE is a 2004 Yamaha FJR1300 in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha FJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 28,690 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 GL04 BXE, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL04 BXE registered?

GL04 BXE is a 2004 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 10 April 2004.

Is GL04 BXE safe to buy?

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