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J377 XCF

1992 Yamaha VMX1200

Maroon Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,543 mi
Last recorded11,543 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha VMX120024,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ377 XCF
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 11,543 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 11,267 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2023 11,267 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Wheel spindle locking device ineffective bolt loose (5.2.1 (d))

Fail 7 Apr 2023 11,236 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both exhaust joints are leaking exhaust gases at end can joints (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 13 Jan 2022 10,874 miles

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2013 10,862 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 10,854 miles

rear mudgaurg slightley loose . clutch lever and gear lever slightley bent

Pass 1 Apr 2009 10,753 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 10,451 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 10,154 miles

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

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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J377 XCF is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 in Maroon with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 J377 XCF, 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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J377 XCF is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 July 1992.

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