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FD57 VFO

2008 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,168 mi
Last recorded9,168 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha VMX120011,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD57 VFO
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2025 9,168 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 12 Sep 2024 9,136 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 9,116 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 9,079 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 9,064 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 8,984 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 8,873 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 8,829 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 8,664 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 6,269 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 4,595 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Mar 2011 3,435 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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FD57 VFO is a 2008 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FD57 VFO, 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 FD57 VFO registered?

FD57 VFO is a 2008 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is FD57 VFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD57 VFO shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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