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WX55 GXL

2005 Yamaha MT-01

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

9,616 mi
Last recorded9,616 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Yamaha MT-0111,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 GXL
MakeYamaha
ModelMT-01
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 9,616 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 9,535 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 9,409 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 9,203 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 9,203 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 8,910 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 8,530 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 8,204 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 7,869 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 7,869 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 7,645 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 7,340 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 7,223 miles

light aim on high line

Pass 19 Aug 2013 6,649 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 6,071 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 5,953 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 5,953 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 5,797 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 5,193 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 4,550 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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WX55 GXL is a 2005 Yamaha MT-01 in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WX55 GXL, 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 WX55 GXL registered?

WX55 GXL is a 2005 Yamaha MT-01, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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