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AF61 WCE

2012 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,654 mi
Last recorded44,654 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs20,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 WCE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1 Fazer Abs
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 44,654 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 14 Jun 2025 44,647 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 42,449 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 40,291 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 61,591 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 34,850 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 31,568 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 30,538 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 27,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Shock absorber slightly loose bush mount has a play (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2017 24,680 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 21,729 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 17,706 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs?

Based on 4,216 MOT tests across 390 vehicles.

91.1%
Pass Rate
1,259
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
390
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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AF61 WCE is a 2012 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 20,102 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 FZ1 Fazer Abs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF61 WCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AF61 WCE is a 2012 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer Abs, first registered on 11 February 2012.

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