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B225 PGX

1998 Yamaha VMX1200

Purple Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,765 mi
Last recorded18,765 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha VMX120018,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB225 PGX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 18,765 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 18,623 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre has slight cracks to sidewall

Pass 11 May 2024 18,633 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 18,212 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 17,679 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 17,209 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,854 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 16,157 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 16,157 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 May 2013 15,935 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 15,935 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 15,919 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 15,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 15,201 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 13,704 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 12,645 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 12,600 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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B225 PGX is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 in Purple with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 18,535 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 B225 PGX, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B225 PGX registered?

B225 PGX is a 1998 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 15 October 1998.

Is B225 PGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B225 PGX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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