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B380 BDV

1985 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,852 mi
Last recorded22,852 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha VMX120029,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB380 BDV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 22,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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 2 Jun 2023 22,375 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 May 2023 22,365 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2022 21,057 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2008 51,650 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 49,490 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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B380 BDV is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 B380 BDV, 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 B380 BDV registered?

B380 BDV is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B380 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B380 BDV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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