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S5 FJR

2001 Yamaha FJR1300

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

43,863 mi
Last recorded43,863 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FJR130033,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 FJR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 43,863 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 43,192 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 39,633 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 38,796 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 38,553 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 37,020 miles

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 35,966 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 22 Mar 2011 35,955 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Plate brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.B1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension component misaligned (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 94,409 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 65,327 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 65,162 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 41,510 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 21,888 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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S5 FJR is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300 in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 S5 FJR, 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 S5 FJR registered?

S5 FJR is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 15 October 2001.

Is S5 FJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 FJR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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