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SP08 RKO

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,510 mi
Last recorded49,510 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 RKO
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2025 49,510 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 45,058 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 41,419 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 37,893 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 33,345 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 31,246 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 30,066 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 28,550 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 25,967 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 22,318 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 20,116 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 18,335 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 17,088 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 13,069 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 8,306 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 6,217 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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SP08 RKO is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SP08 RKO, 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 SP08 RKO registered?

SP08 RKO is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 5 April 2008.

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The MOT history for SP08 RKO shows 16 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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