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VO08 BYT

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,612 mi
Last recorded93,612 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO08 BYT
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 93,612 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2022 92,135 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 90,105 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 87,107 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 81,884 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 76,241 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 71,274 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 60,791 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 54,428 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 46,872 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 37,423 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2013 37,423 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 29,927 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 21,644 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 21,644 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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 BYT is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VO08 BYT, 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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VO08 BYT is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 17 April 2008.

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