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RV12 XSJ

2012 Yamaha FZ8

Black Petrol 779cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,295 mi
Last recorded12,295 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha FZ810,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 XSJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine779cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 12,295 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 9,817 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 8,785 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 7,501 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 6,364 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 5,950 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2021 5,950 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 5,620 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 5,446 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 5,064 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 4,643 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 3,725 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 3,725 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 2,844 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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RV12 XSJ is a 2012 Yamaha FZ8 in Black with a 779cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RV12 XSJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV12 XSJ?

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What year was RV12 XSJ registered?

RV12 XSJ is a 2012 Yamaha FZ8, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is RV12 XSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 XSJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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