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C172 CRU

1986 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

35,188 mi
Last recorded35,188 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2021
Typical for 1986 Yamaha VMX120027,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC172 CRU
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2021 35,188 miles

Nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Nov 2019 34,985 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 34,677 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 34,261 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 33,862 miles

Offside Brake cable repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 33,404 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 31,950 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 29,797 miles

slight wear to front brake disc

Pass 1 Apr 2010 29,767 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Mar 2010 29,763 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

bolt missing from n/s/r footrest bracket

Pass 16 Feb 2008 25,502 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 24,812 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 24,772 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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C172 CRU is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 27,086 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 C172 CRU, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C172 CRU registered?

C172 CRU is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C172 CRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C172 CRU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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