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M820 CPV

1994 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

427 mi
Last recorded427 miles
Recorded on15 May 2012
Typical for 1994 Yamaha VMX120020,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM820 CPV
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2012 427 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2011

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

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

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 5,993 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2010 5,985 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2009 47,087 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 41,276 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 41,276 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 37,385 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 37,384 miles

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

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

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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M820 CPV is a 1994 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M820 CPV, 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 M820 CPV registered?

M820 CPV is a 1994 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 24 August 1994.

Is M820 CPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M820 CPV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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