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LS08 FXL

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,231 mi
Last recorded41,231 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 FXL
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 41,231 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 41,231 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 38,342 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 36,364 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 36,364 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2022 29,326 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 28,809 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 28,304 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 26,022 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 25,306 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 25,274 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 22,963 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 21,333 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 19,228 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 16,557 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 9,927 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJR1300A?

Based on 29,998 MOT tests across 2,556 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,745
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 317
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 271
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 52
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 43
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LS08 FXL is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 28,432 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 FJR1300A fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 317 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS08 FXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJR1300A typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300A is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS08 FXL registered?

LS08 FXL is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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