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SK08 AXV

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,872 mi
Last recorded40,872 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 AXV
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 40,872 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 39,465 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 38,645 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 37,705 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Corrosion on R/H silencer clamp (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 37,236 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 37,236 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2019 32,459 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 31,382 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 31,382 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 29,842 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 26,701 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 2,488 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 20,947 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 18,501 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 16,355 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,877 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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SK08 AXV 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 SK08 AXV, 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 SK08 AXV registered?

SK08 AXV is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 7 May 2008.

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The MOT history for SK08 AXV 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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