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WV58 DYF

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

59,107 mi
Last recorded59,107 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV58 DYF
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 59,107 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 56,896 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 53,583 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 50,707 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 47,493 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 47,493 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2021 44,122 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 41,465 miles
Fail 30 May 2020 41,465 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 39,395 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 34,274 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2017 30,012 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 27,700 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 27,673 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 26,321 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 19,876 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Sep 2013 17,874 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 16,186 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 13,489 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Slight movement in front brake disc rotors

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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WV58 DYF is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WV58 DYF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV58 DYF registered?

WV58 DYF is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 27 September 2008.

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