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SV05 ETJ

2005 Yamaha FZS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,745 mi
Last recorded12,745 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZS100020,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 ETJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2023 12,745 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 11,002 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 10,147 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 8,849 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 8,706 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 8,459 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 8,157 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 7,035 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 5,480 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Number plate screw broken

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 5,076 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 4,896 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 4,611 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 3,334 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 3,195 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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SV05 ETJ is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SV05 ETJ, 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 SV05 ETJ registered?

SV05 ETJ is a 2005 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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