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J816 VOA

1992 Yamaha VMX1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,699 mi
Last recorded19,699 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 1992 Yamaha VMX120024,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ816 VOA
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 19,699 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2022 19,699 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 19,604 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 19,184 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 18,671 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 18,261 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 17,292 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 16,633 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 16,029 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 16,029 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 14 May 2011 15,928 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 15,622 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 15,295 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Dec 2007 14,984 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 14,126 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 14,126 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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J816 VOA is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 J816 VOA, 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 J816 VOA registered?

J816 VOA is a 1992 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 16 April 1992.

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The MOT history for J816 VOA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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