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WJ56 VXU

2006 Yamaha FZS1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,904 mi
Last recorded67,904 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2012
Typical for 2006 Yamaha FZS100019,741 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ56 VXU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS1000
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2012 67,904 miles

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

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 54,672 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 41,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2009 25,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Sep 2009 25,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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WJ56 VXU is a 2006 Yamaha FZS1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WJ56 VXU, 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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What year was WJ56 VXU registered?

WJ56 VXU is a 2006 Yamaha FZS1000, first registered on 19 September 2006.

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