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RX03 VXV

2003 Yamaha FJR1300

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

91,786 mi
Last recorded91,786 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR130029,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 VXV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2024 91,786 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 21 Dec 2024 91,786 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 83,191 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 69,813 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2020 65,901 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 63,044 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both tyres wearing slightly unevenly

Pass 25 Aug 2017 60,289 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play in rear hub unit (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 47,528 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 41,902 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 41,902 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 39,797 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 35,902 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 32,253 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 28,609 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2008 28,609 miles

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

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 19,953 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 15,359 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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RX03 VXV is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RX03 VXV, 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 RX03 VXV registered?

RX03 VXV is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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