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EU08 KYE

2008 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

28,086 mi
Last recorded28,086 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha VMX120011,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 KYE
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 28,086 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 27,804 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 27,738 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 27,348 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 27,347 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2019 26,697 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 25,400 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 25,167 miles

front brake pads worn

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 4 Aug 2016 21,954 miles

rear tyre worn

Pass 5 Aug 2015 20,289 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 18,051 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 15,680 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 13,290 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 11,036 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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EU08 KYE is a 2008 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 11,036 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 EU08 KYE, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EU08 KYE registered?

EU08 KYE is a 2008 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 27 August 2008.

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The MOT history for EU08 KYE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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