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FX05 JVL

2005 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,871 mi
Last recorded35,871 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZS100020,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 JVL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 35,871 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 33,393 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 29,989 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 27,941 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 24,365 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 17,541 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 14,418 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 5,813 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 5,813 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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 JVL is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JVL, 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 JVL registered?

FX05 JVL is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 14 May 2005.

Is FX05 JVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 JVL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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