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OV51 HWR

2001 Yamaha FJR1300

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

23,621 mi
Last recorded23,621 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FJR130033,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 HWR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 23,621 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 23,415 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 22,229 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 21,253 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Sep 2023 21,253 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 20,023 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 18,411 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 16,305 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 16,184 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 15,730 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 15,597 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 14,921 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 12,544 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 10,712 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 9,212 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 7,378 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 6,585 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 5,749 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 5,108 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 4,987 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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OV51 HWR is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300 in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 33,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OV51 HWR, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OV51 HWR registered?

OV51 HWR is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 6 November 2001.

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