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K600 NAC

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,908 mi
Last recorded26,908 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK600 NAC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 26,908 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 26,760 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 26,536 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 26,108 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2022 25,766 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 25,766 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements black and silver (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 25,136 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 24,194 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 23,425 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 23,016 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 22,872 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 21,896 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 20,490 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 18,898 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 18,030 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 16,993 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 15,726 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 13,348 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 2 Sep 2006 10,536 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 10,536 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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K600 NAC is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 K600 NAC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K600 NAC registered?

K600 NAC is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is K600 NAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K600 NAC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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