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DX08 DKE

2008 Yamaha FJR1300

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,943 mi
Last recorded37,943 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR130023,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 DKE
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 37,943 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2026 37,940 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

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

Rear Brake lagging in operation spongy (1.2.1 (d))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 37,332 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 35,046 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 35,046 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 31,513 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 29,935 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 26,717 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 23,787 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 17,274 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 17,274 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 17,015 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 13,631 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 8,045 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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DX08 DKE is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX08 DKE, 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 DX08 DKE registered?

DX08 DKE is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is DX08 DKE safe to buy?

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