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VU03 YVM

2003 Yamaha FJR1300

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,417 mi
Last recorded34,417 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR130029,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 YVM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 34,417 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 34,410 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 34,375 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 33,823 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 33,064 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 33,058 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 33,050 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 33,039 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 32,762 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 31,983 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 31,846 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2015 29,503 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 28,434 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 25,805 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 22,721 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 19,944 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 19,359 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 16,830 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 14,230 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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VU03 YVM is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU03 YVM, 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 VU03 YVM registered?

VU03 YVM is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is VU03 YVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 YVM shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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