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FJ08 UPS

2008 Yamaha FJR1300

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,593 mi
Last recorded24,593 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR130023,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 UPS
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 24,593 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 24,268 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 23,781 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 23,738 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 23,712 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 22,845 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 21,780 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 20,322 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 19,302 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 17,261 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 17,621 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 15,997 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 12,780 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 12,035 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 11,575 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 10,214 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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FJ08 UPS is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UPS, 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 UPS registered?

FJ08 UPS is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 14 April 2008.

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The MOT history for FJ08 UPS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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