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LB12 OVF

2012 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,207 mi
Last recorded9,207 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R110,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 OVF
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2026 9,207 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 9,064 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 8,671 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 8,548 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 8,430 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 7,868 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 7,454 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 6,546 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 4,513 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 2,615 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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LB12 OVF is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LB12 OVF, 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 LB12 OVF registered?

LB12 OVF is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 23 June 2012.

Is LB12 OVF safe to buy?

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