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GF12 HWZ

2012 Honda VFR1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,715 mi
Last recorded24,715 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda VFR120020,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 HWZ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR1200
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 24,715 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 24,167 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 24,079 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 24,079 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 23,837 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 23,837 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 23,810 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Various exhaust clamps broken and/or missing. Not blowing.

Pass 27 Apr 2019 23,204 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 May 2018 22,640 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 20,247 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 17,941 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 15,041 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2015 15,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR1200?

Based on 1,956 MOT tests across 200 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,290
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
200
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 6
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GF12 HWZ is a 2012 Honda VFR1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Honda VFR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 20,028 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 Honda VFR1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF12 HWZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Honda VFR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF12 HWZ registered?

GF12 HWZ is a 2012 Honda VFR1200, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is GF12 HWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 HWZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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