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GK08 XZJ

2008 Yamaha XJR1300

White Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

44,188 mi
Last recorded44,188 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XJR130012,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XZJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 44,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024 40,415 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2023 36,106 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 35,798 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 34,630 miles

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

Possible oil leak from behind front sprocket cover or excessive chain lube.

Pass 24 Apr 2020 34,206 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 32,104 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 30,648 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 26,540 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 21,376 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 21,217 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2015 14,622 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 9,488 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 9,389 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 9,009 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 7,161 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 XZJ is a 2008 Yamaha XJR1300 in White with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 XZJ, 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 XZJ registered?

GK08 XZJ is a 2008 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 5 April 2008.

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