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H231 EAE

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,355 mi
Last recorded62,355 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH231 EAE
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 62,355 miles

front tyre cracking slightly

Pass 19 Apr 2025 61,543 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 60,782 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 60,151 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 59,226 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 58,823 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 58,823 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 56,983 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 52,679 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 52,679 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 49,496 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 47,549 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 47,498 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 33,617 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 31,843 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 30,050 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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H231 EAE is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 H231 EAE, 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 H231 EAE registered?

H231 EAE is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 4 July 1997.

Is H231 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H231 EAE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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