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AE05 AVB

2005 Yamaha FZS1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,926 mi
Last recorded36,926 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZS100020,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 AVB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 36,926 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 36,895 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 36,895 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 36,537 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 35,533 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 34,944 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 34,693 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 33,943 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 32,189 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 28,202 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 25,020 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 21,854 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 18,978 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 18,978 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 17,802 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 17,802 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2013 17,773 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 17,169 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 16,146 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

advise lubrication of chain

suspect clutch adjustment required

Pass 15 Jun 2009 14,791 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 14,502 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS1000?

Based on 71,815 MOT tests across 4,923 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
1,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 712
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 413
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 163
reflector on motorcycle missing 153
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AE05 AVB is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 20,476 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 FZS1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 712 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 AVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE05 AVB registered?

AE05 AVB is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is AE05 AVB safe to buy?

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