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GU08 WJV

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,517 mi
Last recorded53,517 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 WJV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 53,517 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2018 53,323 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 52,717 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 52,194 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 51,393 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 50,838 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 45,835 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 38,488 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 22 Feb 2013 38,488 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 31,561 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 22,714 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 22,714 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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GU08 WJV is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU08 WJV, 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 GU08 WJV registered?

GU08 WJV is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 15 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GU08 WJV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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