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J126 JOU

1992 Yamaha VMX1200

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,874 mi
Last recorded40,874 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha VMX120024,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ126 JOU
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 40,874 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 40,520 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 40,098 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 40,019 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 39,354 miles

rear tyre starting to perish on side walls

Pass 26 Jul 2011 38,744 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

forks touch rad guard before lock stop on r/h lock.

nail in rear tyre.

Pass 31 Jul 2010 37,736 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 37,736 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 36,292 miles

offside indicators flash fast

Pass 23 Jul 2008 35,174 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 34,686 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 33,439 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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J126 JOU is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 24,407 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 J126 JOU, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J126 JOU registered?

J126 JOU is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J126 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J126 JOU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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