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DS08 FLM

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,552 mi
Last recorded47,552 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 FLM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 47,552 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 47,552 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 47,045 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Mirror damaged.

Offside mirror damaged.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2017 46,893 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system exhaust muffler (7.1.1.c)

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Oil leak ()

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 43,627 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 40,966 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 39,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Oct 2013 33,853 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 25,651 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

front tyre worn slightly uneven

Pass 21 Oct 2011 13,902 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 13,194 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJR1300A?

Based on 29,998 MOT tests across 2,556 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,745
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 317
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 271
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 52
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 43
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DS08 FLM is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 28,432 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJR1300A fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 317 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS08 FLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJR1300A typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS08 FLM registered?

DS08 FLM is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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