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HV12 XLZ

2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 10

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,299 mi
Last recorded32,299 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 1011,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV12 XLZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 10
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 32,299 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 32,286 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 May 2025 27,989 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2025 27,989 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2024 27,648 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2023 27,448 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in rear pivot bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play slightly notchy in central position (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight misting on front fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2022 26,209 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 25,855 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 25,855 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2020 25,607 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 24,763 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 23,860 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 27,768 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 2,451 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 21,793 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 21,793 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 20,464 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 16,925 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 10?

Based on 1,518 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
982
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 6
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width 4
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HV12 XLZ is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 10 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 11,858 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 10 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV12 XLZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 10 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HV12 XLZ is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 10, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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