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GU62 XVR

2012 Yamaha FZ1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,579 mi
Last recorded15,579 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha FZ113,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 XVR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 15,579 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 13,445 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2024 12,369 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 10,618 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2022 8,617 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 7,673 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 6,267 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 5,644 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 4,541 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 4,541 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 3,561 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 11 Jan 2017 3,561 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1?

Based on 6,532 MOT tests across 589 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
974
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
589
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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GU62 XVR is a 2012 Yamaha FZ1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha FZ1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 13,636 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 FZ1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU62 XVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ1 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha FZ1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU62 XVR registered?

GU62 XVR is a 2012 Yamaha FZ1, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is GU62 XVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU62 XVR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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