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FX05 DFU

2005 Yamaha FZS1000

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,450 mi
Last recorded28,450 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZS100020,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 DFU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2022 28,450 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 28,289 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 26,635 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 24,970 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 24,970 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 23,574 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 20,115 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 17,451 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 8,918 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 7,987 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 7,987 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 6,730 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 5,967 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 5,400 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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FX05 DFU is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FX05 DFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX05 DFU registered?

FX05 DFU is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 19 March 2005.

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The MOT history for FX05 DFU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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