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JS52 DCS

2002 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,104 mi
Last recorded20,104 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha VMX120015,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJS52 DCS
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 20,104 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 16,228 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 12,214 miles

indicators flash quick

Fail 5 Jul 2023 12,192 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

indicators flash quick

Pass 19 Nov 2021 11,478 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 9,110 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 6,357 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 6,237 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 5,837 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 4,561 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 4,264 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 3,652 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 3,652 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 1,290 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 1,121 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 1,061 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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JS52 DCS is a 2002 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 15,365 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 JS52 DCS, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JS52 DCS registered?

JS52 DCS is a 2002 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is JS52 DCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for JS52 DCS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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