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CV08 EBL

2008 Yamaha Fjr 1300 A

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

87,148 mi
Last recorded87,148 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Fjr 1300 A27,907 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 EBL
MakeYamaha
ModelFjr 1300 A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 87,148 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 81,896 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 76,089 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 68,187 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 68,187 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 58,792 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 54,179 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 49,658 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 47,682 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 44,219 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 42,234 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 40,410 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 37,280 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 34,658 miles

rear tyre uneven ware

Pass 23 Feb 2013 31,315 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 26,718 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 21,763 miles

rear tyre ware uneven

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fjr 1300 A?

Based on 2,834 MOT tests across 348 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,523
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
348
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease 6
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 5
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CV08 EBL is a 2008 Yamaha Fjr 1300 A in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Fjr 1300 A models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 27,907 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fjr 1300 A fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV08 EBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fjr 1300 A typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Fjr 1300 A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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CV08 EBL is a 2008 Yamaha Fjr 1300 A, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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