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P13 VMX

1997 Yamaha VMX1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,201 mi
Last recorded28,201 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha VMX120021,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP13 VMX
MakeYamaha
ModelVMX1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2021 28,201 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 28,137 miles

Both brakes binding slightly

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 28,019 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 27,712 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 27,201 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 27,200 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 26,198 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2009 23,013 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 20,830 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 19,571 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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P13 VMX is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha VMX1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 21,718 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 P13 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 29 years old, this Yamaha VMX1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P13 VMX registered?

P13 VMX is a 1997 Yamaha VMX1200, first registered on 12 May 1997.

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