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YP12 VTF

2012 Yamaha FZ8

Black Petrol 779cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,853 mi
Last recorded18,853 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha FZ810,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP12 VTF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine779cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 18,853 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 18,850 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 18,848 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 18,846 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 18,807 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 18,627 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 18,627 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 16,683 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 15,406 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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YP12 VTF is a 2012 Yamaha FZ8 in Black with a 779cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YP12 VTF, 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.

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What year was YP12 VTF registered?

YP12 VTF is a 2012 Yamaha FZ8, first registered on 25 June 2012.

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The MOT history for YP12 VTF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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