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GX55 GWU

2005 Yamaha FJR1300A

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

66,411 mi
Last recorded66,411 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FJR1300A29,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 GWU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 66,411 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 65,507 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2022 65,185 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 64,576 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 64,015 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 63,322 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 62,204 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 60,591 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 58,852 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 May 2014 56,149 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 28 Apr 2014 56,089 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 52,882 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 49,859 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 42,813 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 34,757 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 23,039 miles

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

front brakes binding slightly.

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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GX55 GWU is a 2005 Yamaha FJR1300A in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FJR1300A models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 29,328 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GX55 GWU, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX55 GWU registered?

GX55 GWU is a 2005 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 12 September 2005.

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