Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a?

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 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a?

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 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a?

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 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a reliable?

Based on MOT data from 180 vehicles, the 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (55.8% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (40.4% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (13.9% 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 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a?

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 Fjr1300a (2010)

180 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.8% first-time pass rate

2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a

CarHunch analysed 180 real MOT records for the 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 YAMAHA FJR1300A is a genuinely reliable proposition, with a 92.8% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80% by a comfortable margin. Dangerous defects are relatively uncommon at 15.6%, so safety isn't a major concern with this model.

At nearly 30,000 miles on average, these bikes show typical wear for their age, and the low failure rate of 0.85 per vehicle reflects a well-engineered sports tourer. The 3.4 advisories per test suggest minor maintenance items crop up—mostly wear-related—but if you're buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brake and suspension condition, as these are the items that typically flag on ageing sports bikes.

We have limited data for the 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a — 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

92.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

15.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.85

Over 10.8 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 18k–36k

For context

These stats describe 180 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 180 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 55.8%

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.

Brake wear 13.9%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

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

Suspension & steering 11.6%

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · 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.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010.

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Before you buy a 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a

Based on MOT data from 180 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.6% 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a 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.

26,077

typical

17,914

low mileage

35,778

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a vehicles fall between 17,914 and 35,778 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,914 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.

✓ 17,914–35,778 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300as sit.

⚠ Over 48,300 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Yamaha Fjr1300a — Still on the Road

Most 2010 Yamaha Fjr1300as are still being driven.

114 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% 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.
* 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

10.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.85

Avg failures per vehicle

3.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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