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LJ53 RLY

2003 Yamaha FJR1300A

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,007 mi
Last recorded47,007 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A33,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 RLY
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 47,007 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 46,702 miles

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

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 May 2024 46,696 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2016 46,682 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion n/s and o/s (2.3.3)

front screen deteriorated

Pass 12 Jul 2012 43,730 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

radiator corrosion

Pass 5 May 2011 41,917 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 4,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 34,902 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 29,970 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 28,105 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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LJ53 RLY is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 LJ53 RLY, 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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LJ53 RLY is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 17 November 2003.

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