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GN55 DWC

2005 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,532 mi
Last recorded87,532 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZS100020,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 DWC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 87,532 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 27 Feb 2018 87,532 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 78,769 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 69,584 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 53,329 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 43,343 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 35,801 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

NAIL IN REAR TYRE

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2011 26,370 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 25,503 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 25,503 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 21,405 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 17,691 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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GN55 DWC is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GN55 DWC, 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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What year was GN55 DWC registered?

GN55 DWC is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is GN55 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 DWC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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