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MX12 DVB

2012 Yamaha FZ8

White Petrol 779cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,506 mi
Last recorded24,506 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha FZ810,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX12 DVB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ8
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine779cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 24,506 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 23,980 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 23,823 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 20,253 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 17,997 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2018 17,957 miles

Central Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Mar 2017 16,690 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 14,026 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 11,269 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ8?

Based on 7,066 MOT tests across 797 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
975
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
797
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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MX12 DVB is a 2012 Yamaha FZ8 in White with a 779cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha FZ8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 10,712 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 FZ8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX12 DVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ8 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha FZ8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX12 DVB registered?

MX12 DVB is a 2012 Yamaha FZ8, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is MX12 DVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX12 DVB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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