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L7 VMX

1994 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

13,676 mi
Last recorded13,676 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha VMX120020,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 13,676 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 13,573 miles

Front front calliper slightly misaligned

Pass 22 Mar 2024 13,312 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 13,029 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 12,769 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 12,220 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2020 11,825 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 11,360 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 10,910 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 10,348 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 9,628 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 9,221 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front roller brake test indicates a slight grabbing brake.

Throttle has a slow return on right hand turn.

Fail 21 Aug 2014 9,211 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 8,699 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 7,025 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 6,419 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 4,984 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 4,972 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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L7 VMX is a 1994 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 20,905 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 L7 VMX, 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 32 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 L7 VMX registered?

L7 VMX is a 1994 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L7 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L7 VMX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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