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MX05 FZA

2005 Yamaha Dragstar

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

11,798 mi
Last recorded11,798 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Dragstar9,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 FZA
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 11,798 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 11,798 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2024 11,682 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 11,528 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 11,385 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 11,076 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 8,616 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 7,667 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 6,236 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 6,121 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 5,943 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 5,566 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 5,566 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 May 2012 5,283 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 4,341 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 3,097 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 2,306 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Dragstar?

Based on 3,041 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
483
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
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MX05 FZA is a 2005 Yamaha Dragstar in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Dragstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 9,414 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 Dragstar fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX05 FZA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Dragstar typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Dragstar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX05 FZA registered?

MX05 FZA is a 2005 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is MX05 FZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 FZA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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