Yamaha Fjr
MotorcycleFrom 1,325 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 14 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 14 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 6 |
| on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is inadequate braking effort at a wheel | 3 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 3 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 2 |
| a tyre cords exposed or damaged | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 94.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2019 | 94.8% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 96% | brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2017 | 95.8% | steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
2 earlier years
| 2016 | 91.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured |
| 2015 | 94.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Fjrs tested had between 11,759 and 32,663 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 20,231 median miles, the Fjr has 0.027 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Fjr MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Fjr has a 94.6% MOT pass rate based on 1,325 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Fjr?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Fjr is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 14 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Fjr at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Fjr is 20,231 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,759 and 32,663 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.