MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
58,150 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Yamaha VMX1200?
Based on 22,292 MOT tests across 2,219 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K159 RBK is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
Across all 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 21,718 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 K159 RBK, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was K159 RBK registered?
K159 RBK is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 15 April 1997.
Is K159 RBK safe to buy?
The MOT history for K159 RBK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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