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FD61 AWU

2012 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,473 mi
Last recorded45,473 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Xj13,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 AWU
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 45,473 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 May 2026 45,473 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 May 2025 44,367 miles
Fail 24 May 2025 44,366 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2024 42,592 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 41,269 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 39,384 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 37,709 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 36,587 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 35,218 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 25,043 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 15,963 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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FD61 AWU is a 2012 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 13,642 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD61 AWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD61 AWU registered?

FD61 AWU is a 2012 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 18 January 2012.

Is FD61 AWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD61 AWU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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