CarVerify

Free Car Check

WA08 CVF

2008 Yamaha FJR1300

Black Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,177 mi
Last recorded42,177 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR130023,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 CVF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 42,177 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 40,611 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 36,956 miles

Front Cannot see brake fluid in reservoir, discoloured, will check after test

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 30,819 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 28,266 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 27,370 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 26,648 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 25,994 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 25,397 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 24,699 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 24,699 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 15 May 2015 23,982 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 22,214 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 22,214 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 20,654 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 May 2013 20,654 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 May 2012 18,786 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 15,312 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJR1300?

Based on 30,408 MOT tests across 2,119 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,481
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 454
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 407
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 153
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 115
Full Yamaha FJR1300 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WA08 CVF is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 23,091 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 FJR1300 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA08 CVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha FJR1300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WA08 CVF?

You can check the full history of WA08 CVF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WA08 CVF registered?

WA08 CVF is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is WA08 CVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 CVF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA08 CVF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WA08 CVF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.