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C96 EHW

1986 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,249 mi
Last recorded25,249 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2010
Typical for 1986 Yamaha VMX120027,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC96 EHW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2010 25,249 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Jan 2009 24,260 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 24,260 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 22,751 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 22,750 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 22,750 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 20,992 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 19,078 miles

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

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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C96 EHW is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C96 EHW, 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 C96 EHW registered?

C96 EHW is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C96 EHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C96 EHW shows 8 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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