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YJ08 OCU

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,198 mi
Last recorded44,198 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 OCU
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 44,198 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 44,196 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured rear brake disc has couple of fractures (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2025 43,027 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 38,217 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 32,188 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre.

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 28,204 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 26,476 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 23,516 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 20,660 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 16,863 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 14,144 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 9,159 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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YJ08 OCU is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ08 OCU, 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 YJ08 OCU registered?

YJ08 OCU is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YJ08 OCU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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