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D549 JHY

1987 Yamaha Vmx 1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

11,382 mi
Last recorded11,382 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD549 JHY
MakeYamaha
ModelVmx 1200
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2024 11,382 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 11,373 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 11,373 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 11,370 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2018 11,370 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 11,119 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 10,612 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 10,110 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

rear tyre also has splits in the sidewall

Pass 28 Mar 2013 9,528 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 8,661 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 8,661 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 7,204 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 7,204 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 6,735 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 6,735 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 4,996 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 3,463 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 3,463 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 845 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmx 1200?

Based on 1,112 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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D549 JHY is a 1987 Yamaha Vmx 1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Vmx 1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D549 JHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmx 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha Vmx 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D549 JHY registered?

D549 JHY is a 1987 Yamaha Vmx 1200, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D549 JHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D549 JHY shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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