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AK55 LDK

2012 Yamaha FZ8

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

4,969 mi
Last recorded4,969 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Yamaha FZ810,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 LDK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 4,969 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 4,753 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 4,252 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 3,862 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 3,684 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 3,323 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 2,881 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 2,556 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 2,161 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 1,777 miles

Drive chain has slight tight spot

Fail 18 Jun 2015 1,289 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 1,289 miles

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

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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AK55 LDK is a 2012 Yamaha FZ8 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK55 LDK, 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 AK55 LDK registered?

AK55 LDK is a 2012 Yamaha FZ8, first registered on 9 June 2012.

Is AK55 LDK safe to buy?

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