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E3 FJR

2008 Yamaha FJR1300

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

45,056 mi
Last recorded45,056 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR130023,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 FJR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 45,056 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 42,680 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 41,797 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 33,882 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 33,882 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 31,663 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 30,219 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 26,728 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 26,728 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 23,800 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 19,288 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 19,288 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 18,004 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 18,004 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 15,682 miles

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

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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E3 FJR is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 E3 FJR, 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 E3 FJR registered?

E3 FJR is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is E3 FJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 FJR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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