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MJ08 KBY

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,353 mi
Last recorded50,353 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 KBY
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 50,353 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 48,818 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 47,913 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 46,505 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 45,042 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 43,647 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 42,569 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 40,167 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 35,518 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 35,099 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 32,799 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 28,143 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 25,454 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 21,530 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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MJ08 KBY is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MJ08 KBY, 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.

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What year was MJ08 KBY registered?

MJ08 KBY is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is MJ08 KBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 KBY shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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