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MK51 XJR

2002 Yamaha XJR1300

Yellow Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,896 mi
Last recorded8,896 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XJR130017,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 XJR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 8,896 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 8,592 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 8,421 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 8,174 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 7,855 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 7,575 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 7,441 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 7,441 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 7,686 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 7,437 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 7,371 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 7,237 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 6,759 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 6,234 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 5,433 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 5,423 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2007 4,752 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 4,570 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR1300?

Based on 107,128 MOT tests across 7,520 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,072
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 471
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
reflector on motorcycle missing 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 232
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MK51 XJR is a 2002 Yamaha XJR1300 in Yellow with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 17,681 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJR1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,072 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK51 XJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha XJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK51 XJR registered?

MK51 XJR is a 2002 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is MK51 XJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 XJR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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