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GK08 XZC

2008 Yamaha XJR1300

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

15,567 mi
Last recorded15,567 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XJR130012,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XZC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 15,567 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 14,865 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 14,606 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 14,449 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 14,379 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 14,303 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 14,253 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 14,030 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 13,397 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2017 13,397 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2016 12,561 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 9,076 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 8,531 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 7,408 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR1300?

Based on 107,128 MOT tests across 7,520 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,072
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 471
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
reflector on motorcycle missing 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 232
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GK08 XZC is a 2008 Yamaha XJR1300 in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 12,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJR1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,072 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK08 XZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XJR1300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GK08 XZC registered?

GK08 XZC is a 2008 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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The MOT history for GK08 XZC 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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