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SF08 VJM

2008 Yamaha FJR1300

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,124 mi
Last recorded45,124 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR130023,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 VJM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 45,124 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 45,124 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 42,606 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 37,890 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 32,493 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2013 25,919 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2013 25,919 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 23,088 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 15,050 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJR1300?

Based on 30,408 MOT tests across 2,119 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,481
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 454
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 407
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 153
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 115
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SF08 VJM is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 23,091 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 FJR1300 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF08 VJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SF08 VJM registered?

SF08 VJM is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is SF08 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF08 VJM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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