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LV62 SMO

2012 Yamaha FZ1 N

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,867 mi
Last recorded36,867 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha FZ1 N10,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV62 SMO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ1 N
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 36,867 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 31,846 miles

gear linkage loose on gearbox.

Pass 3 May 2024 30,466 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 48,759 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 28,370 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2018 28,370 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 22,797 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2017 22,797 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake locking device missing securing pin missing for brake pad pin. (3.2.A1e)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 15,723 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 10,739 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ1 N?

Based on 9,260 MOT tests across 819 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
940
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
819
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 62
reflector on motorcycle missing 61
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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LV62 SMO is a 2012 Yamaha FZ1 N in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha FZ1 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 10,500 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 N fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV62 SMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LV62 SMO registered?

LV62 SMO is a 2012 Yamaha FZ1 N, first registered on 8 December 2012.

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