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WG08 XFA

2008 Yamaha XJR1300

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

9,219 mi
Last recorded9,219 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XJR130012,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 XFA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 9,219 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 9,130 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 9,061 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 8,949 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 8,661 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 8,041 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 8,041 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2018 6,562 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 5,955 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2015 5,322 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 4,734 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 4,339 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 2,971 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

nail in rear tyre

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR1300?

Based on 107,128 MOT tests across 7,520 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
801
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,072
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 471
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
reflector on motorcycle missing 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 232
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WG08 XFA is a 2008 Yamaha XJR1300 in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XJR1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 12,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJR1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,072 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG08 XFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJR1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XJR1300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG08 XFA registered?

WG08 XFA is a 2008 Yamaha XJR1300, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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The MOT history for WG08 XFA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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