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SM12 NUV

2012 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,765 mi
Last recorded7,765 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R110,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 NUV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2024 7,765 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 7,758 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 7,089 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 6,476 miles

Central Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 4,727 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 3,745 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 3,577 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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SM12 NUV is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 SM12 NUV, 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 SM12 NUV registered?

SM12 NUV is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 9 August 2012.

Is SM12 NUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 NUV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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