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GJ12 BYP

2012 Honda VFR1200

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,904 mi
Last recorded34,904 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda VFR120020,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 BYP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR1200
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2026 34,904 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 32,331 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 29,570 miles

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 25,785 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 21,292 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 18,556 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 18,150 miles

Front tyre worn uneven in areas.

Pass 14 Feb 2019 16,925 miles

Front tyre wearing uneven.

Rear shock absorber has poor damping performance.

Pass 5 Mar 2018 16,037 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 15,153 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 13,471 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 10,690 miles

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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GJ12 BYP is a 2012 Honda VFR1200 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GJ12 BYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ12 BYP registered?

GJ12 BYP is a 2012 Honda VFR1200, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is GJ12 BYP safe to buy?

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