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DP04 EYF

2004 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

18,574 mi
Last recorded18,574 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha VMX120014,207 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP04 EYF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 18,574 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 17,363 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 16,313 miles

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Front fork air system damping is reduced (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Mar 2024 16,291 miles

Central Front Outer Brake disc insecure Nsf disk missing retaining bolt (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Front fork air system damping is reduced (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 15,433 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 14,207 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 14,198 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 13,097 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 13,097 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 12,750 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 12,750 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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DP04 EYF is a 2004 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 14,207 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 DP04 EYF, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DP04 EYF registered?

DP04 EYF is a 2004 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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