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GX51 PBF

2001 Yamaha FJR1300

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,208 mi
Last recorded81,208 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FJR130033,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 PBF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 81,208 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 81,180 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 80,893 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 80,489 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 79,719 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 79,716 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 79,716 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 78,496 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2019 75,758 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 74,232 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 74,232 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 May 2017 73,333 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 70,570 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 54,305 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 54,263 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Fail 27 Feb 2014 40,875 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 40,875 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 28,008 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2012 17,186 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 9,086 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 7,666 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 7,666 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 6,613 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 6,613 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 5,493 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 4,816 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 3,746 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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GX51 PBF is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300 in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GX51 PBF, 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 GX51 PBF registered?

GX51 PBF is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is GX51 PBF safe to buy?

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