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C743 XRT

1985 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,011 mi
Last recorded23,011 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha VMX120029,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC743 XRT
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 23,011 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 22,529 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 22,094 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2023 22,094 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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C743 XRT is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C743 XRT, 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 C743 XRT registered?

C743 XRT is a 1985 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 3 July 1985.

Is C743 XRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C743 XRT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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