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SK51 BWU

2001 Yamaha XJR1300

Blue Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

43,904 mi
Last recorded43,904 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJR130019,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK51 BWU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 43,904 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 43,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 41,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort two and a half squares (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 38,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 3 Squares (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 37,261 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 36,588 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 36,588 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2019 34,718 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 34,433 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 33,575 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 31,895 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 31,110 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 28,580 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 23,582 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 23,094 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 22,369 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 22,369 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 23 Apr 2011 20,463 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 18,220 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 16,760 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2005 15,008 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR1300?

Based on 107,128 MOT tests across 7,520 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,072
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 471
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
reflector on motorcycle missing 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 232
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SK51 BWU is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1300 in Blue with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 19,281 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJR1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,072 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK51 BWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha XJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SK51 BWU registered?

SK51 BWU is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is SK51 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK51 BWU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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