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FJ05 ZVV

2005 Yamaha Dragstar

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,730 mi
Last recorded20,730 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Dragstar9,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 ZVV
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 20,730 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 20,298 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 19,977 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 19,505 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 19,146 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 18,460 miles

Front tyre perished

Front tyre perished

Rear tyre perished

clutch cable frayed

Pass 12 Aug 2019 18,393 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 18,265 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 17,370 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 16,155 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 15,217 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 15,217 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2013 14,110 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 13,983 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 13,785 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 13,680 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 12,827 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 11,628 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 10,079 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Dragstar?

Based on 3,041 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
483
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
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FJ05 ZVV is a 2005 Yamaha Dragstar in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Dragstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 9,414 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Dragstar fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ05 ZVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Dragstar typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Dragstar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ05 ZVV registered?

FJ05 ZVV is a 2005 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 7 March 2005.

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The MOT history for FJ05 ZVV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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