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EK08 GXW

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

95,211 mi
Last recorded95,211 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 GXW
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2023 95,211 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 94,187 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 91,627 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 89,204 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 77,079 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 67,717 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

rear suspension has reduced damping

Fail 27 Jun 2018 67,717 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

rear suspension has reduced damping

Pass 2 Jun 2017 66,082 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 63,817 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 51,575 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 40,872 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 33,701 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 24,923 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 21,556 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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EK08 GXW is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EK08 GXW, 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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EK08 GXW is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 4 May 2008.

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