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DX08 DVJ

2008 Yamaha FJR1300

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,300 mi
Last recorded24,300 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR130023,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2026 24,300 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2025 23,095 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 May 2023 23,091 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 22,699 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 21,448 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 19,333 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 19,214 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 18,620 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 15,751 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 13,953 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 11,546 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

rear roller brake test indicates a poor performing brake

Pass 25 Apr 2014 10,506 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 9,130 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 9,130 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 7,472 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 5,307 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 DVJ is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DVJ, 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 DVJ registered?

DX08 DVJ is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is DX08 DVJ safe to buy?

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