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KM08 XMT

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,053 mi
Last recorded43,053 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 XMT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 43,053 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 42,368 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 39,829 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 38,491 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 37,450 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 35,271 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 34,300 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 30,757 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 28,914 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 24,371 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 20,811 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 16,573 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 16,573 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Pass 5 May 2011 10,004 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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KM08 XMT is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KM08 XMT, 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 KM08 XMT registered?

KM08 XMT is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 7 May 2008.

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The MOT history for KM08 XMT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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