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OU51 MDF

2001 Yamaha XJR1300

Silver Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,750 mi
Last recorded12,750 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJR130019,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 MDF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 12,750 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 12,306 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 12,244 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 11,337 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 10,867 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 10,692 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 10,464 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 10,222 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 May 2014 9,784 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 9,641 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

long travel on front brake lever

Fail 24 Apr 2013 9,641 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

long travel on front brake lever

Pass 13 Apr 2012 9,279 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 8,402 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 8,013 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 8,013 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 7,358 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 7,086 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 7,086 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 6,390 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 6,387 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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OU51 MDF is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1300 in Silver with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 19,281 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 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 OU51 MDF, 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 25 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 OU51 MDF registered?

OU51 MDF is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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