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PF52 VBL

2003 Yamaha FJR1300

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

55,948 mi
Last recorded55,948 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR130029,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF52 VBL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 55,948 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 51,019 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 44,852 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 44,553 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 43,672 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 May 2018 43,672 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Apr 2018 43,627 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 39,233 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Feb 2017 39,187 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 38,371 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 33,603 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 33,603 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 30,146 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 29,228 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 28,353 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 26,608 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 24,067 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 19,573 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 18,541 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 18,279 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 13,512 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 10,710 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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PF52 VBL 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 81.8%.

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 PF52 VBL, 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 PF52 VBL registered?

PF52 VBL is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 15 February 2003.

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