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C261 RHH

1986 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,246 mi
Last recorded43,246 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 1986 Yamaha VMX120027,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC261 RHH
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 43,246 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 May 2019 43,218 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))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2018 41,910 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 41,355 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 40,835 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 39,742 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 36,935 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 36,915 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2013 35,701 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 34,029 miles

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

throttle push cable damaged at handlebar end

Fail 21 Mar 2012 34,029 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

throttle push cable damaged at handlebar end

Pass 21 Mar 2011 32,143 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 29,819 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 27,045 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 21 Mar 2009 27,028 miles

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 24,529 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 22,596 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 20,730 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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C261 RHH is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 C261 RHH, 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.

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What year was C261 RHH registered?

C261 RHH is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

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