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LC08 TPU

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

47,726 mi
Last recorded47,726 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 TPU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 47,726 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 47,726 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 47,132 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 46,834 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 46,821 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2022 46,675 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 46,504 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 46,504 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 46,140 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 45,687 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 45,687 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 45,682 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 45,658 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 37,189 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 29,627 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 23,534 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2013 15,600 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 11,013 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 8,576 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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LC08 TPU is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Silver 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 LC08 TPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC08 TPU registered?

LC08 TPU is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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