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M384 JLJ

1994 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,131 mi
Last recorded10,131 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha VMX120020,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM384 JLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 10,131 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2026 10,127 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 10,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre cracking

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

Pass 31 May 2022 9,840 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 9,042 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 9,011 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 8,996 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 8,965 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 8,621 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 8,621 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 7,064 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 6,991 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 6,710 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 6,127 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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M384 JLJ is a 1994 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 M384 JLJ, 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.

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What year was M384 JLJ registered?

M384 JLJ is a 1994 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M384 JLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M384 JLJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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