Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs (2012)
2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs
CarHunch analysed 273 real MOT records for the 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 ABS passes its MOT at 79.4%, just below the UK average of 80%, which puts it roughly in line with typical bikes of this age—not a standout, but not troubling either. The dangerous defect rate of 17.6% is within acceptable bounds for a 12-year-old machine, though worth noting if you're buying one that's already done several tests.
At an average mileage of 17,541 and median of 14,793, these bikes are running average miles for their age, suggesting reasonable usage patterns. Common issues show 0.76 failures and 3.0 advisories per vehicle on average, pointing to wear items like brakes and lights rather than systemic problems—so budget for maintenance but don't expect catastrophic failures. Check the full MOT history of any Fazer you're considering to see whether failures cluster around the same components, as that'll tell you whether you're buying a well-kept example or one that's been nursed through tests.
What to check before buying a 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (95%) | 259 | 78.5% | 0.78 |
| Other (5%) | 14 | 95.2% | 0.36 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs vehicles fall between 9,919 and 23,709 miles.
2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs — Still on the Road
143 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
MOT History Averages
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