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DF55 VSM

2006 Yamaha FZ1 N

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,150 mi
Last recorded41,150 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZ1 N15,081 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 VSM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1 N
Year2006
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 41,150 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 34,973 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 31,846 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 31,348 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 30,539 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 29,897 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 29,228 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 27,900 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 24,546 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2017 24,546 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 20,054 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 19,211 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 13 Aug 2015 19,211 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2014 18,099 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 17,635 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 17,635 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 31,230 miles

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

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

european headlamp type fitted to vehicle. UK beam deflector sticker fitted to correct beam deflection

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1 N?

Based on 9,260 MOT tests across 819 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
940
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
819
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
reflector on motorcycle missing 61
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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DF55 VSM is a 2006 Yamaha FZ1 N in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha FZ1 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 15,081 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 FZ1 N fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF55 VSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1 N typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Yamaha FZ1 N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF55 VSM registered?

DF55 VSM is a 2006 Yamaha FZ1 N, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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