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DS12 RPU

2012 Yamaha FZ8

Black Petrol 779cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,416 mi
Last recorded43,416 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha FZ810,712 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 RPU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine779cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2026 43,416 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 42,086 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 39,871 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 37,502 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 34,978 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 33,043 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 30,861 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 29,120 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 23,604 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 19,136 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 13,536 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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DS12 RPU is a 2012 Yamaha FZ8 in Black with a 779cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DS12 RPU, 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 DS12 RPU registered?

DS12 RPU is a 2012 Yamaha FZ8, first registered on 3 July 2012.

Is DS12 RPU safe to buy?

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