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WN12 TXT

2012 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,102 mi
Last recorded14,102 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R110,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN12 TXT
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 14,102 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 12,241 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 11,000 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 10,647 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 10,503 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 10,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 10,047 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 9,697 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 9,514 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 8,769 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 14,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 7,800 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 7,800 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 6,048 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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WN12 TXT is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WN12 TXT, 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 WN12 TXT registered?

WN12 TXT is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is WN12 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN12 TXT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WN12 TXT have outstanding finance?

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