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GD06 XJZ

2006 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,036 mi
Last recorded46,036 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZS100019,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD06 XJZ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 46,036 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Number plate lamp dim.

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 44,142 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 43,131 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive HAS TIGHT SPOT (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 42,108 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 42,108 miles

Front Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 40,824 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 44,750 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 31,490 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 24,370 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 13,664 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 13,490 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 13,490 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 12,104 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 9 Mar 2013 12,104 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 10 Mar 2012 10,710 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 10,710 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 9,675 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 9,675 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 8,286 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 8,286 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,890 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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GD06 XJZ is a 2006 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha FZS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 19,741 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 GD06 XJZ, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha FZS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GD06 XJZ is a 2006 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 11 May 2006.

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