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FJ08 YAM

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Maroon Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,771 mi
Last recorded35,771 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 35,771 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2026 35,771 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

ABS light on

Pass 12 Jun 2025 34,974 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 33,653 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 32,852 miles

Front front tyre very low on pressure affecting steering 12psi. inflated to 36 psi

Pass 15 Jun 2022 31,643 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 29,665 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 29,071 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 28,249 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 28,134 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 27,289 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 26,824 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 25,675 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 24,957 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 22,902 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 21,367 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 18,781 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 14,918 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 YAM is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Maroon with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 YAM, 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 YAM registered?

FJ08 YAM is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 13 March 2008.

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