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LB03 XWF

2003 Yamaha FJR1300

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

63,816 mi
Last recorded63,816 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR130029,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 XWF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 63,816 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 30,569 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 29,192 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 May 2022 27,681 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 27,651 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 27,390 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 27,389 miles

Rear Steering damper ineffective (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2016 27,369 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 27,202 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 26,565 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 24,463 miles

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

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

Fail 18 May 2012 24,463 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,573 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 21,541 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2010 19,691 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 17,496 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 10,730 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 7,259 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 4,667 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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LB03 XWF is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 29,266 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 LB03 XWF, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LB03 XWF is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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