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HY08 BWZ

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,811 mi
Last recorded21,811 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 BWZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 21,811 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 18,676 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 17,326 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 15,713 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 13,312 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 13,291 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2013 13,137 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 12,407 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 10,837 miles

Front tyre tread depth is 1.75mm approx:

Rear tyre is wearing flat in th centre,

Rear wheel bearing has slight play .

Fail 24 Mar 2011 10,837 miles

Front tyre tread depth is 1.75mm approx:

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear tyre is wearing flat in th centre,

Rear wheel bearing has slight play .

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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HY08 BWZ is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HY08 BWZ, 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 HY08 BWZ registered?

HY08 BWZ is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 12 April 2008.

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