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WX05 XAU

2005 Yamaha Yzf

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,103 mi
Last recorded10,103 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Yzf15,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 XAU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 10,103 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Feb 2026 9,985 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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WX05 XAU is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 15,826 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 Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX05 XAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX05 XAU registered?

WX05 XAU is a 2005 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is WX05 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 XAU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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