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A15 YLO

1999 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,290 mi
Last recorded45,290 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2012
Typical for 1999 Yamaha VMX120018,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 YLO
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2012 45,290 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 44,663 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 44,662 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 41,627 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 41,590 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 38,289 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 35,855 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 35,326 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha VMX1200?

Based on 22,292 MOT tests across 2,219 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
528
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 187
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 184
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 170
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 76
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A15 YLO is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 18,540 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 VMX1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 187 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 YLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha VMX1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A15 YLO registered?

A15 YLO is a 1999 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 6 March 1999.

Is A15 YLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 YLO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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