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C673 NMW

1985 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,480 mi
Last recorded11,480 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha VMX120029,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC673 NMW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 11,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

all lights taped over at time of test

Pass 2 May 2023 17,666 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 17,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 72,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside rear view mirror missing

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 72,233 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 71,815 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 71,456 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 70,228 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 68,475 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 67,200 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 62,145 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 58,124 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 58,124 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))

Pass 3 Nov 2009 54,916 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 2 Apr 2007 54,412 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 54,412 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 53,072 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 53,072 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Slight exhaust leak under engine!

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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C673 NMW is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 C673 NMW, 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 C673 NMW registered?

C673 NMW is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C673 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C673 NMW shows 18 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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