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AE56 GJZ

2006 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

41,977 mi
Last recorded41,977 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZS100019,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 GJZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 41,977 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 39,178 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 38,985 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 38,978 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn shock/swingarm linkage excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swingarm mounting has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 38,315 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight warp in rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 35,812 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 1 Jun 2019 35,812 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 22,589 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 30 Sep 2011 20,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 20,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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AE56 GJZ is a 2006 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 19,741 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 AE56 GJZ, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE56 GJZ registered?

AE56 GJZ is a 2006 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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