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VA58 JBE

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,249 mi
Last recorded58,249 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA58 JBE
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 58,249 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 58,015 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 57,846 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 57,846 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 57,398 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 57,122 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 55,801 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 54,437 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 48,685 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 39,928 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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VA58 JBE is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VA58 JBE, 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 VA58 JBE registered?

VA58 JBE is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 11 November 2008.

Is VA58 JBE safe to buy?

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