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YN08 FJZ

2008 Yamaha FJR1300A

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

66,925 mi
Last recorded66,925 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A28,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 FJZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFJR1300A
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 66,925 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 66,534 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 65,206 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 64,072 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear . (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Front and rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2022 63,719 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 May 2021 62,670 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 62,670 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 62,470 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 31 May 2019 61,977 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 61,117 miles

Exhaust slightly loose rear can clamps broken. n/s+o/s (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside head light inop 50% ok

Pass 6 Jun 2017 60,087 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 58,527 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2015 57,131 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 55,657 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 55,101 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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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YN08 FJZ is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YN08 FJZ, 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 YN08 FJZ registered?

YN08 FJZ is a 2008 Yamaha FJR1300A, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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