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WU08 XGB

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,093 mi
Last recorded59,093 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 XGB
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 59,093 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 50,167 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 42,778 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 42,778 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 35,557 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 27,272 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 19,525 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 19,035 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 14,312 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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WU08 XGB is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WU08 XGB, 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 WU08 XGB registered?

WU08 XGB is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for WU08 XGB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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