2012 Yamaha Fazer 8 ABS 0.8L Petrol · LR62 LCM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean mechanical record following a minor setback. The most recent MOT conducted on 30 January 2024 at 52,645 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the motorcycle currently meets all minimum safety standards. This follows a successful pass in February 2022, suggesting that once the issues from early 2023 were rectified, the bike maintained a consistent condition. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 14-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 3,760 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 7,100 miles between February 2022 and January 2023, followed by another 8,000 miles in the subsequent year. This low annual mileage suggests light use, which typically reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, the failure recorded on 31 January 2023 at 44,665 miles indicates that a specific component required attention despite the low mileage, showing that age or storage likely influenced the test. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the condition of components affected by age rather than just mileage. Since the bike has likely sat for long periods, inspect the rubber elements including brake hoses, fork seals, and tyres for cracking or dry rot. Check the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as low-use vehicles often suffer from oxidation that leads to caliper seizing. Given the failure in early 2023, verify that the specific repair made at that time was professionally executed and that no recurring issues persist in the suspension or braking assembly.