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J36 HMB

1992 Yamaha VMX1200

Purple Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,804 mi
Last recorded30,804 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 1992 Yamaha VMX120024,407 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ36 HMB
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 30,804 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 30,043 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 28,749 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 27,430 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 25,382 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 24,860 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 24,021 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 23,783 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 23,458 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 22,649 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 22,649 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 22,374 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 21,599 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 20,623 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 18,825 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 15,724 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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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J36 HMB is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 in Purple with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J36 HMB, 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.

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What year was J36 HMB registered?

J36 HMB is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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The MOT history for J36 HMB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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