Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 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 2020 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 2020 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 2020 Yamaha Fjr reliable?

Based on MOT data from 122 vehicles, the 2020 Yamaha Fjr has a first-time MOT pass rate of 97.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2020 Yamaha Fjr?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2020 Yamaha Fjr are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (33.7% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (22.1% of vehicles), Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (9.6% 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 2020 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 (2020)

122 real MOT outcomes analysed • 97.3% first-time pass rate

2020 Yamaha Fjr

CarHunch analysed 122 real MOT records for the 2020 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 2020 Yamaha FJR is exceptionally reliable, with a 97.3% first-time MOT pass rate that far exceeds the UK average of 80%—this is a genuinely dependable machine. Dangerous defects are rare, affecting only 4.1% of the cohort, so safety concerns are minimal for prospective buyers.

At an average mileage of 19,161 miles for a four-year-old bike, these machines are running well within typical usage patterns, and the figures back that up: just 0.1 failures per vehicle and 0.8 advisories per vehicle indicate owners are maintaining them properly. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection is still sensible, but this model's track record suggests you're buying into a platform with proven longevity.

We have limited data for the 2020 Yamaha Fjr — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

97.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.1

Over 2.9 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

15k

Middle half: 8k–26k

For context

These stats describe 122 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 122 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 33.7%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear 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.

Brake wear 9.6%

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake binding but not excessively · …

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

Suspension & steering 6.7%

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect · …

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2020.

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Based on MOT data from 122 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 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.

14,536

typical

7,742

low mileage

26,278

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Yamaha Fjr vehicles fall between 7,742 and 26,278 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,742 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.

✓ 7,742–26,278 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Yamaha Fjrs sit.

⚠ Over 35,475 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2020 Yamaha Fjr — Still on the Road

Almost all 2020 Yamaha Fjrs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 112 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.1

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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