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W281 NRL

2000 Yamaha XJR1300

Blue Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

39,052 mi
Last recorded39,052 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XJR130020,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW281 NRL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 39,052 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 38,355 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 37,193 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 35,687 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 33,676 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 31,591 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 25,953 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 25,919 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 25,919 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 24,944 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 24,608 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 24,039 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 22,757 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 22,549 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 21,943 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 21,136 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 19,656 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 18,064 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 16,188 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 14,543 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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W281 NRL is a 2000 Yamaha XJR1300 in Blue with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 20,764 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 W281 NRL, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha XJR1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W281 NRL registered?

W281 NRL is a 2000 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W281 NRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W281 NRL shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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