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FJ08 CAV

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

63,210 mi
Last recorded63,210 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 CAV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 63,210 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 61,460 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 58,168 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 59,590 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 52,972 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 50,709 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 48,521 miles
Fail 5 May 2020 48,521 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 47,822 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 47,056 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 44,014 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 39,536 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 35,554 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 31,389 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 29,690 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 24,030 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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FJ08 CAV is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 FJ08 CAV, 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 FJ08 CAV registered?

FJ08 CAV is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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The MOT history for FJ08 CAV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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