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H2 VMX

1990 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,955 mi
Last recorded24,955 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha VMX120027,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH2 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 24,955 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 24,897 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 24,877 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 24,842 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 May 2013 24,772 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 24,759 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2011 24,759 miles

Brake pedal attachment screws missing. (3.1.2b)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 23,881 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 23,372 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 3,311 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 3,038 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2006 3,002 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

nail in tyre

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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H2 VMX is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 27,587 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 H2 VMX, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H2 VMX registered?

H2 VMX is a 1990 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H2 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H2 VMX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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