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FA05 XVN

2005 Yamaha FZS1000

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,358 mi
Last recorded65,358 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZS100020,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 XVN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2023 65,358 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 61,346 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 57,476 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 51,843 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 48,284 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 44,992 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 38,757 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 27,968 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 21,017 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 20,665 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 20,665 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 18,081 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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FA05 XVN is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FA05 XVN, 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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How do I check the history of FA05 XVN?

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What year was FA05 XVN registered?

FA05 XVN is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is FA05 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 XVN 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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