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GN08 ZRP

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

78,621 mi
Last recorded78,621 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 ZRP
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 78,621 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2026 78,621 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2025 76,888 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 73,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2023 66,385 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 66,385 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 57,078 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 7 Apr 2022 57,078 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2021 51,464 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 45,260 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 May 2018 33,519 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 25,331 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 19,367 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 18,165 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 18,165 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 14,284 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 11,688 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 9,629 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 9,611 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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GN08 ZRP is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 GN08 ZRP, 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 GN08 ZRP registered?

GN08 ZRP is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is GN08 ZRP safe to buy?

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