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E242 FNU

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,946 mi
Last recorded8,946 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE242 FNU
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2025 8,946 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 8,896 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at silencers (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose at silencers (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2021 41,477 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 41,465 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 41,248 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 40,670 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 40,668 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 40,530 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 40,494 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 39,784 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 39,183 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 38,660 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 37,904 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 36,941 miles

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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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E242 FNU is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 21,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E242 FNU, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E242 FNU registered?

E242 FNU is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is E242 FNU safe to buy?

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