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C507 RJR

1985 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,295 mi
Last recorded17,295 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Yamaha VMX120029,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC507 RJR
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 17,295 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 17,153 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Apr 2025 17,153 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 17,087 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 16,977 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 16,855 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 16,620 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 16,378 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 16,261 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 16,134 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 15,974 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 29 Jun 2016 15,974 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2015 15,778 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 15,545 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 15,170 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 15,160 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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C507 RJR is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 C507 RJR, 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 C507 RJR registered?

C507 RJR is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C507 RJR safe to buy?

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