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OU55 FCV

2005 Yamaha MT-01

Bronze Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,395 mi
Last recorded4,395 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha MT-0111,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 FCV
MakeYamaha
ModelMT-01
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 4,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 3,734 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 2,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 2,004 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 194 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 194 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 194 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 143 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 282 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 5,004 miles
Pass 24 May 2012
Pass 21 May 2011
Fail 20 May 2011

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 4,307 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 3,289 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha MT-01?

Based on 7,140 MOT tests across 763 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
763
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
reflector on motorcycle missing 24
Headlamp aim too low 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
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OU55 FCV is a 2005 Yamaha MT-01 in Bronze with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha MT-01 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 11,818 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 MT-01 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU55 FCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha MT-01 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha MT-01 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OU55 FCV registered?

OU55 FCV is a 2005 Yamaha MT-01, first registered on 8 November 2005.

Is OU55 FCV safe to buy?

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