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CU08 FTP

2008 Yamaha FJR1300

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,880 mi
Last recorded55,880 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR130023,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 FTP
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 55,880 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Headers (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2026 55,872 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Headers (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 51,974 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Slight oil contamination on front brakes

Pass 6 Apr 2024 50,062 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 46,363 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 45,180 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 44,581 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 44,336 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 41,970 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 39,491 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 39,158 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 38,127 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 38,112 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 35,618 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJR1300?

Based on 30,408 MOT tests across 2,119 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,481
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 454
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 407
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 153
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 115
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CU08 FTP is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 in Blue 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 FJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 23,091 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJR1300 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU08 FTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CU08 FTP registered?

CU08 FTP is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is CU08 FTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU08 FTP 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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