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HJ08 VMR

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,841 mi
Last recorded23,841 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 VMR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 23,841 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 23,736 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 23,032 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 23,030 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2013 22,595 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 May 2012 17,483 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 16,582 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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HJ08 VMR is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HJ08 VMR, 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 HJ08 VMR registered?

HJ08 VMR is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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The MOT history for HJ08 VMR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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