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KW12 UHB

2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 09

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

30,416 mi
Last recorded30,416 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 UHB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1 09
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 30,416 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Jul 2025 30,416 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 17 Jun 2025 30,416 miles

Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 29,891 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 29,349 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2022 27,557 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 27,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 May 2021 27,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 26,682 miles

Drive chain rivet plate requires re riveting..

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 26,682 miles

Drive chain rivet plate requires re riveting..

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 23,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2018 23,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 22,644 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 22,644 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 20,479 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 14,522 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1 09?

Based on 2,214 MOT tests across 316 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
909
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 7
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
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KW12 UHB is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 09 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 09 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW12 UHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 09 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 09 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KW12 UHB registered?

KW12 UHB is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 09, first registered on 9 August 2012.

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