Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Yamaha Fjr?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Yamaha Fjr?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Yamaha Fjr?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2018 Yamaha Fjr reliable?

Based on MOT data from 194 vehicles, the 2018 Yamaha Fjr has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Yamaha Fjr?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Yamaha Fjr are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (29.6% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (19.9% of vehicles), Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (17.2% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Yamaha Fjr?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Yamaha Fjr (2018)

194 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.4% first-time pass rate

2018 Yamaha Fjr

CarHunch analysed 194 real MOT records for the 2018 Yamaha Fjr. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Yamaha FJR is exceptionally reliable, passing its first MOT 94.3% of the time against the UK average of 80%—a genuinely strong result that puts it in the upper tier of motorcycle performers. Dangerous defects are uncommon at 12.4%, suggesting this is a safe bet mechanically.

At around 20,000 miles median, these bikes are relatively gently used for their age, and the low failure rate of 0.3 per vehicle backs up what you see on the road: owners tend to look after them. The 1.4 advisories per test are typical wear items rather than structural concerns. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection is still worth the cost, but you're buying into a cohort with proven longevity.

We have limited data for the 2018 Yamaha Fjr — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

94.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

12.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.3

Over 4.7 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

20k

Middle half: 11k–32k

For context

These stats describe 194 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 194 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 29.6%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 17.2%

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy · Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 15.3%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Brake wear 7.5%

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Exhaust & emissions 6.1%

Exhaust noisy

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Based on MOT data from 194 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 12.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Yamaha Fjr vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

19,960

typical

10,668

low mileage

32,344

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Yamaha Fjr vehicles fall between 10,668 and 32,344 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 10,668 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 10,668–32,344 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Yamaha Fjrs sit.

⚠ Over 43,664 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Yamaha Fjr — Still on the Road

Most 2018 Yamaha Fjrs are still being driven.

Strong survival — 150 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 85% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

4.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.3

Avg failures per vehicle

1.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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