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N116 BWC

1995 Yamaha VMX1200

Purple Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,230 mi
Last recorded25,230 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2009
Typical for 1995 Yamaha VMX120021,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN116 BWC
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1995
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2009 25,230 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Sep 2009 25,218 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 34,407 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 34,127 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 34,127 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 31,604 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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N116 BWC is a 1995 Yamaha VMX1200 in Purple with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N116 BWC, 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.

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How do I check the history of N116 BWC?

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What year was N116 BWC registered?

N116 BWC is a 1995 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 24 October 1995.

Is N116 BWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N116 BWC shows 6 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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