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YM03 BJZ

2003 Yamaha FJR1300A

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

55,773 mi
Last recorded55,773 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A33,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM03 BJZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 55,773 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 52,713 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 50,448 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 48,715 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 48,700 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 46,912 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low on o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 44,873 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 43,836 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 41,788 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 40,250 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit ON limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 38,952 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 37,570 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 35,360 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 33,698 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 31,986 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 29,371 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 27,141 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 23,853 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 19,537 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 14,675 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 12,062 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJR1300A?

Based on 29,998 MOT tests across 2,556 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,745
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 317
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 271
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 52
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 43
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YM03 BJZ is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 33,347 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJR1300A fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 317 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YM03 BJZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJR1300A typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YM03 BJZ registered?

YM03 BJZ is a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 12 July 2003.

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The MOT history for YM03 BJZ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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