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VO08 BYF

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,563 mi
Last recorded28,563 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO08 BYF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 28,563 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 25,966 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 24,035 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 21,478 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 19,800 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 19,783 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 17,626 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 15,737 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 13,509 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 12,334 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 8,946 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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VO08 BYF is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VO08 BYF, 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 VO08 BYF registered?

VO08 BYF is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is VO08 BYF safe to buy?

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