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PN05 VBV

2005 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,565 mi
Last recorded43,565 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 VBV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 43,565 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 42,379 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 41,875 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 40,898 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 39,174 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 38,580 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 38,580 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 38,028 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 37,195 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 36,172 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 34,484 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 32,540 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 29,628 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 29,626 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 26,442 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 26,419 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 25,114 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 20,044 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?

Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
reflector on motorcycle missing 280
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 155
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PN05 VBV is a 2005 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN05 VBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PN05 VBV registered?

PN05 VBV is a 2005 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is PN05 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN05 VBV shows 18 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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