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SP03 FJV

2003 Yamaha FJR1300

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR130029,266 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 FJV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025
Fail 10 Apr 2025

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 93,693 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 91,424 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 91,084 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 80,781 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 75,364 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 70,676 miles

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 63,880 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 57,488 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 49,509 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 44,780 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 May 2013 38,678 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 31,826 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 30,265 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 27,697 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 24,630 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 19,323 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 17,142 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 13,332 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 13,289 miles

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

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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SP03 FJV is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 in Silver 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 SP03 FJV, 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

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What year was SP03 FJV registered?

SP03 FJV is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 4 June 2003.

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The MOT history for SP03 FJV 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.

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