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J547 NLL

1992 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

64,881 mi
Last recorded64,881 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha VMX120024,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ547 NLL
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 64,881 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 63,149 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 62,323 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 59,426 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 55,949 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 51,858 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 48,692 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 45,302 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 43,870 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 41,608 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 37,731 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 34,251 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 30,190 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 26,195 miles

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

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

front and rear tyres wearing unevely

Fail 16 Feb 2013 26,183 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

front and rear tyres wearing unevely

Pass 17 Sep 2011 22,707 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 18,917 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 17,469 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 17,329 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 16,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 14,742 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 14,742 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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J547 NLL is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J547 NLL, 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 J547 NLL registered?

J547 NLL is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J547 NLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J547 NLL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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