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M361 XHW

1995 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,876 mi
Last recorded32,876 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha VMX120021,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM361 XHW
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 32,876 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 32,497 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 32,333 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 31,934 miles

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

Registration plate slightly detreated

Pass 25 Nov 2021 31,671 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 28,716 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 28,716 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 27,667 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion weather seal is very worn and will soon affect the seal (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2015 25,735 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 24,095 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2014 24,027 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 21,861 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2013 21,861 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 1 Jun 2012 19,964 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 19,458 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 18,989 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 18,814 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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M361 XHW is a 1995 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 21,264 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 M361 XHW, 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 31 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 M361 XHW registered?

M361 XHW is a 1995 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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