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AC08 UPA

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,677 mi
Last recorded42,677 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 UPA
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2025 42,677 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 40,892 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 38,726 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 38,521 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 36,276 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 35,869 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 34,167 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 33,932 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 May 2017 32,001 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 31,339 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 28,569 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 25,857 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 23,282 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 20,490 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 16,885 miles

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

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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AC08 UPA is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AC08 UPA, 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 AC08 UPA registered?

AC08 UPA is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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