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DX54 RTZ

2004 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,486 mi
Last recorded19,486 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha VMX120014,207 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 RTZ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 19,486 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 19,135 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 18,935 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 18,722 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 18,318 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 18,318 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 18,030 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 15,825 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 15,796 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 15,682 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 15,489 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 15,390 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 15,382 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 15,362 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 15,250 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 12,827 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 11,612 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 10,530 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 9,023 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2009 9,023 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 7,574 miles

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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DX54 RTZ is a 2004 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DX54 RTZ, 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 DX54 RTZ registered?

DX54 RTZ is a 2004 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 27 October 2004.

Is DX54 RTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX54 RTZ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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