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NK03 SMU

2003 Yamaha FJR1300

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,759 mi
Last recorded44,759 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR130029,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 SMU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 44,759 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 44,248 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 43,507 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 42,536 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 41,837 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2019 66,877 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 40,761 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 64,871 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 36,862 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 36,545 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 34,292 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 34,292 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 32,730 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 32,540 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 32,540 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 May 2011 32,540 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 320,567 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 320,567 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 27,485 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 26,178 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2007 21,139 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 18,301 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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NK03 SMU is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 NK03 SMU, 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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What year was NK03 SMU registered?

NK03 SMU is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is NK03 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK03 SMU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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