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D154 SBA

1986 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,463 mi
Last recorded5,463 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha VMX120027,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD154 SBA
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2025 5,463 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 5,463 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 393 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 94,964 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 90,643 miles

Nearside Rear frame repaired

Pass 19 Mar 2021 87,586 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 86,545 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 79,134 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 76,899 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2017 69,588 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 63,650 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 56,786 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 50,143 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 42,719 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 42,719 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 38,085 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear brake pipes cable tied to rear axel

Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,476 miles

slight oil mist on front forks

Pass 5 Jul 2010 27,223 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 25,757 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 3 Jul 2009 25,756 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 25,713 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 25,713 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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D154 SBA is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 D154 SBA, 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 D154 SBA registered?

D154 SBA is a 1986 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D154 SBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D154 SBA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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