Yamaha Fjr1300a (2009)
2009 Yamaha Fjr1300a
CarHunch analysed 276 real MOT records for the 2009 Yamaha Fjr1300a. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2009 Yamaha FJR1300A is significantly more reliable than the UK average, with a 93.1% first-time pass rate compared to 80%, and dangerous defects appear in just under one in five vehicles—a manageable risk rather than a red flag. This sport-tourer punches well above its age in terms of durability.
These bikes are running relatively light at an average of 29,269 miles, suggesting owners treat them as weekend machines rather than daily commuters, which explains the low failure rate of 0.91 per vehicle. The 3.6 advisories per bike indicate minor wear items crop up, but if you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake fluid condition, chain wear, and valve clearances will catch any lurking issues before they become expensive.
What to check before buying a 2009 Yamaha Fjr1300a
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Yamaha Fjr1300a vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Yamaha Fjr1300a vehicles fall between 17,645 and 38,982 miles.
2009 Yamaha Fjr1300a — Still on the Road
161 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 66% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2009 Yamaha Fjr1300a
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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31.5%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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29%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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24.1%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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20.4%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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10.1%
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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10%
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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9.4%
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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9.3%
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009. Counts include advisories and failures.
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