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C476 HMC

1986 Yamaha VMX1200

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

23,485 mi
Last recorded23,485 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha VMX120027,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC476 HMC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 23,485 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 20,390 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 19,926 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2022 19,926 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 19,732 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 19,732 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 19,422 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 19,422 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 19,289 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 19,289 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 18,126 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 17,748 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 17,095 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 16,738 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 16,055 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 15,092 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 14,159 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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C476 HMC is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200 in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 C476 HMC, 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 C476 HMC registered?

C476 HMC is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C476 HMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C476 HMC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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