CarVerify

Free Car Check

PJ03 SKV

2003 Yamaha FJR1300

Blue Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

52,644 mi
Last recorded52,644 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR130029,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 SKV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 52,644 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 51,865 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 50,268 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 49,595 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 47,844 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 46,904 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2019 46,223 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 46,220 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Down to metal base (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2017 43,603 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 43,603 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 41,678 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 66,915 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 60,040 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 34,574 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 33,709 miles

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

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

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

Rear suspension linkage dry

Pass 19 Aug 2010 32,720 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2010 32,720 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 31,827 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 29,545 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 29,050 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2006 28,713 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 27,997 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
Full Yamaha FJR1300 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PJ03 SKV is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 in Blue 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 PJ03 SKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PJ03 SKV?

You can check the full history of PJ03 SKV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PJ03 SKV registered?

PJ03 SKV is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is PJ03 SKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ03 SKV 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.

Does PJ03 SKV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PJ03 SKV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.