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Y981 XFR

2001 Yamaha XJR1300

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,570 mi
Last recorded70,570 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJR130019,281 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY981 XFR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2026 70,570 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 67,191 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 64,447 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 61,392 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 58,405 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 55,646 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 53,388 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 50,391 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 48,047 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 47,313 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 44,963 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 41,803 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 38,777 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 35,583 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 31,949 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 28,244 miles

front brake calipers not centralised to disc

not able to check certain items to heavy to lift

Pass 15 Feb 2011 25,088 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Feb 2010 22,042 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 18,850 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 15,717 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 12,326 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 8,989 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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Y981 XFR is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1300 in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y981 XFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y981 XFR registered?

Y981 XFR is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y981 XFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y981 XFR shows 22 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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