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B209 OPK

1985 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

52,946 mi
Last recorded52,946 miles
Recorded on4 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Yamaha VMX120029,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB209 OPK
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2024 52,946 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 52,946 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 52,940 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 52,924 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 52,917 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 52,917 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 52,909 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 52,812 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 52,787 miles

slight play in rear shocker bottom bushes

Pass 12 Jun 2014 52,764 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 18 Mar 2013 52,745 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 52,745 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 52,430 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 51,474 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 50,516 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 47,296 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 47,296 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 43,293 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 42,185 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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B209 OPK is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 29,581 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B209 OPK, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B209 OPK registered?

B209 OPK is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B209 OPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B209 OPK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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