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AE08 AXX

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,064 mi
Last recorded37,064 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 AXX
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 37,064 miles

both tyres stepped

Pass 23 May 2025 36,408 miles

Front front tyre stepped

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 35,291 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2023 33,604 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 32,216 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 32,185 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2021 32,182 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2020 31,434 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 30,747 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 30,315 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 30,255 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 30,042 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 29,755 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 27,947 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 27,947 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 25,716 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 21,557 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 18,960 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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AE08 AXX is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AE08 AXX, 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 AE08 AXX registered?

AE08 AXX is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AE08 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 AXX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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