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FX12 XEY

2012 Yamaha Yzf R1

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,448 mi
Last recorded26,448 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R110,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 XEY
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 26,448 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 25,588 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 24,078 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 22,836 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2023 22,836 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 May 2022 20,769 miles
Pass 9 May 2021 17,908 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2021 17,908 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 12,957 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2019 12,957 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 7,732 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 6,608 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 5,569 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 4,068 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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FX12 XEY is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 10,342 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 R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX12 XEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX12 XEY registered?

FX12 XEY is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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