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GK08 XZA

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

73,075 mi
Last recorded73,075 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XZA
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 73,075 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2026 73,075 miles

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

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 69,982 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2025 69,982 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 67,372 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 64,905 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 62,175 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 58,869 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2021 58,869 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 55,886 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 51,641 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 47,073 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit inner (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2017 43,236 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 43,236 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2016 38,797 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 33,292 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 33,292 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2014 29,308 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 25,293 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 20,747 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 15,832 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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GK08 XZA is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GK08 XZA, 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 GK08 XZA registered?

GK08 XZA is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 5 April 2008.

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