CarVerify

Free Car Check

R1 PXM

2012 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,551 mi
Last recorded14,551 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R110,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 PXM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 14,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 13,831 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 13,831 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 13,614 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute Flashing slightly fast (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 12,172 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 12,172 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 10,419 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 10,381 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 9,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 9,584 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 9,377 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 8,770 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 7,625 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Tape on exhaust silencers, possibly covering NOT FOR ROAD USE type markings

Pass 9 May 2015 5,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 May 2015 5,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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
Full Yamaha Yzf R1 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R1 PXM is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 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 R1 PXM, 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

How do I check the history of R1 PXM?

You can check the full history of R1 PXM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R1 PXM registered?

R1 PXM is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is R1 PXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 PXM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R1 PXM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R1 PXM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.