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Y256 TGH

2001 Yamaha FJR1300

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,208 mi
Last recorded70,208 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FJR130033,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY256 TGH
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 70,208 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 62,055 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 50,659 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 50,659 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 34,001 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 25,400 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 25,400 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2019 21,860 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 21,860 miles

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 17,278 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 17,234 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 17,082 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 16,841 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 15,691 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 15,520 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 14,751 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 14,736 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 14,701 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 14,664 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 14,242 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 13,827 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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Y256 TGH is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300 in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y256 TGH, 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 Y256 TGH registered?

Y256 TGH is a 2001 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y256 TGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y256 TGH shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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