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R15 WGP

2012 Yamaha Yzf R1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,414 mi
Last recorded11,414 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R110,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR15 WGP
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 11,414 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 11,401 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 11,389 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 11,382 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 11,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 11,371 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 11,364 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 10,262 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 10,262 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 10,262 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 10,260 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 9,140 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2015 8,030 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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R15 WGP is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R15 WGP, 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 R15 WGP registered?

R15 WGP is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 24 January 2012.

Is R15 WGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R15 WGP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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