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M999 FJR

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,627 mi
Last recorded71,627 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM999 FJR
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 71,627 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 70,574 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 70,568 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2022 70,568 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 70,558 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 68,491 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 66,759 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 63,191 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 59,035 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 55,200 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 51,180 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 35,302 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 29,675 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 25,954 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 25,954 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 19,195 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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M999 FJR is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in White 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 M999 FJR, 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 M999 FJR registered?

M999 FJR is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is M999 FJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M999 FJR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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