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FJ08 KCF

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,826 mi
Last recorded18,826 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 KCF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 18,826 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 18,157 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 17,233 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 16,691 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 16,394 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 15,889 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 15,888 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 15,176 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 15,099 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 14,012 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 14,012 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 2 May 2015 13,830 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 13,615 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 10,579 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 9,018 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 9,018 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 7,052 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 KCF is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FJ08 KCF, 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 KCF registered?

FJ08 KCF is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for FJ08 KCF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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