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FJ08 FWR

2008 Yamaha FJR1300

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,005 mi
Last recorded30,005 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR130023,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FWR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 30,005 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 28,454 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 26,624 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 26,443 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 23,879 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 22,524 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2016 21,181 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 16,563 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 16,180 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 13,593 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 12,082 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 10,285 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 7,915 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 7,915 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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FJ08 FWR is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 in Black 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 FJ08 FWR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ08 FWR registered?

FJ08 FWR is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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The MOT history for FJ08 FWR 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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