Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 273 vehicles, the 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs (2012)

273 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.4% first-time pass rate

2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs

CarHunch analysed 273 real MOT records for the 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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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.

We have limited data for the 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

17.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.76

Over 8 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

15k

Middle half: 10k–24k

For context

These stats describe 273 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 273 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 17.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (95%)	259	91.2%	0.78

Colour Breakdown

Based on 690 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 41.9%

289

Blue 27.2%

188

White 24.3%

168

Grey 6.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

14,793

typical

9,919

low mileage

23,709

high mileage

Half of all 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs vehicles fall between 9,919 and 23,709 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,919 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 9,919–23,709 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abss sit.

⚠ Over 32,007 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs — Still on the Road

Most 2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abss are still being driven.

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.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.76

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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